ERS 301 - Global Environment I: Atmosphere, Weather, Climate - Honors Core

Institution:

Long Island University-C W Post Campus

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Description:

This course studies earth-sun relationships; elements of meteorology; the global pattern of climate regions; and factors determining patterns of natural vegetation and soil regions. The course emphasizes the influence of human activity on all of these aspects of the natural environment. Laboratory work included the use and study of map projections and United States weather maps; the use of weather recording instruments; and analysis of surface and high altitude pressure and wind systems. Three hours lecture, three hours laboratory. Must be in Honors Program

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.liu.edu

Phone Number:

(516) 299-2900

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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