PHYS 1130 - Intro to Meteorology PS

Institution:

Snow College

Subject:

Physics

Description:

PHYS 1130 is an introductory course in the science of meteorology. The student is exposed to the physical, chemical, and dynamic processes of the atmosphere. Scientific principles that govern the circulation of the atmosphere, heat imbalance, radiation, cloud formation,weather prediction, severe weather, fronts, halos, and rainbows are analyzed. The course considers weather hazards and patterns common to Utah and the local region. Historical weather events are also evaluated in their respective spatial and temporal context.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

Corequisites:

PHYS 1135

Exclusions:

Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.snow.edu

Phone Number:

(435) 283-7000

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

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