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3.00 Credits
Designed for students majoring or minoring in ATS and non-majors interested in meteorology, ATS 211 investigates the basics of atmospheric circulation systems both descriptively and quantitatively. Emphasis will be placed on the display, interpretation and analysis of weather data. Students will also participate in weather forecasts using current data. P: ATS 113 and ATS 114.
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3.00 Credits
Discussion of the development and occurrence of severe and unusual atmospheric phenomena. Topics include severe thunderstorms, tornadoes, hurricanes, blizzards, droughts, and heat waves.
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3.00 Credits
Computer methods used in both the operational and research environments in Atmospheric Sciences. Emphasis on the interaction between numerical and graphical techniques. Topics include floating point operations, computer display of meteorological information, software packages, and an introduction to parallel processing. P: ATS 113 or IC.
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3.00 Credits
Study of the natural history of the Caribbean basin in a field setting. Emphasis on the geological history of the islands and the evolution of their endemic biotas. Field trips stressing identification of the local flora and avifauna. Investigation of land use and the resultant effect on the ecology of the region. P: Dean's Office Approval; Jr. or Sr. stdg.
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0.00 - 4.00 Credits
An introduction to physical geology designed for environmental science majors. Topics include an examination of rock types, evolution and geological times, soil development and processes, earthquakes and global tectonics. In-class laboratories will be devoted to identification of rock types, soil analysis, and determination of fossil types. P: So. stdg. or IC.
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4.00 Credits
This course is an introduction to teh techniques of observing the Earth from air- and space-bourne instruments. We will cover basic issues of geometry and scale associated with making these measurements, electromagnetic properties of East surface metals, the range of instruments used to observe the Earth, and applications of satellite remote sensing to geological and environmental questions. The course will involve an independent research project utilizing remote sensing data and software.
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1.00 - 6.00 Credits
Placement in a military weather service office on a part-time basis for one semester (or a comparable period during the year). Students are required to work at least 60 hours at the military weather service office. Students must apply for the internship program at least two months prior to their proposed starting date. Duties vary according to the office but may include work with forecasting, radar analysis, DHA operations, and providing information to military users. May be repeated to a limit of six semester hours, but only three hours are applicable to the major. P: DC.
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1.00 - 6.00 Credits
Placement in a National Weather Service Office. Students are required to work at least 20 hours per semester hour of credit at the National Weather Service Office. Participation is limited to a maximum of two students per semester. Departmental and Government application forms (available from the ATS Departmental Office) are required; both sets of forms will be filed with the Department Chair at least two months prior to the proposed starting date of the Internship. Duties vary according to the office but may include work with forecasting, radar analysis, AWIPS operations, NOAA radio and providing information to the public. At the end of his/her study, the student will prepare a written report which highlights the activities and training received during the Internship. Government regulations stipulate that the internship be completed within 60 days of initiation of activities at the Weather Station. May be repeated to a limit of six semester hours, but only three hours are applicable to the major. P: ATS 113, 562, Chair approval of application package.
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1.00 - 6.00 Credits
Placement with a local industry on a part time basis for one semester (or a comparable period during the year). Students are to work at least 60 hours at the worksite identified by the particular company. This may be in conjunction with local city, state, or federal government contracts at the contract work site associated with the atmospheric sciences data collection, processing, and display tasks of the date. Tasks to which the students may be assigned include such diverse activities as document development/review, testing new software on forecasting work stations, data analysis and assimilation studies, or participation at contract formal review meetings with the contracting client. May be repeated to a limit of six semester hours, but only three hours are applicable to the major. P: DC
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1.00 Credits
Students will apply mesoscale analysis techniques that emphasize severe storm prediction, spotting and interception. Additional fees may be charged to cover expenses. This course is repeatable to a max of 3 credits. P: ATS 542 and ATS 545.
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