CLIM 710 - Introduction to Physical Climate System

Institution:

George Mason University

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Credits: 3 Provides modern understanding of ocean, atmosphere, and land based on fundamental physical laws. Describes current climate and physical processes by which climate is maintained. Covers theoretical models of general circulation of atmosphere, including time mean and transient behavior. Describes basics of ocean circulation, and interactions between ocean and atmosphere. Reviews past climate change; stratosphere and its interactions with troposphere; and role of land processes in modulating climate. Prerequisites BS or MS in mathematics or a physical science, or permission of instructor. Hours of Lecture or Seminar per week 3 Hours of Lab or Studio per week 0

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.gmu.edu

Phone Number:

(703) 993-1000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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