Geography 224f - Atmosphere andWeather

Institution:

Mount Holyoke College

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Description:

In this course we will learn weather forecasting skills. This will involve examining weather observations, satellite and radar images, surface and upper-air weather charts, and predictions made by computer models. We will have an opportunity to learn atmospheric dynamics and gain an understanding of the Earth's radiation budget. Topics will include severe storms, hurricanes, and winter weather. Meets Science and Math II-C requirement P. Batra Prereq. high school earth science or any 100- level natural science course; 4 credits

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.mtholyoke.edu

Phone Number:

(413) 538-2000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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