EV333

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Atmospheric Science

Environmental Studies & Science Program CC

Course Subject Code

EV

Course Number

333

Course Long Title

Atmospheric Science

Status

Active

Unit(s)

1

Schedule Type

Block Seminar

Instruction Mode

Traditional

Grade Modes

Letter Grades, S/CR/NC, Audit

Course Description

This course explores the fundamental atmospheric thermodynamics and dynamics needed to understand weather and climate. Using theoretical frameworks, observations, and numerical models, the course covers the physical mechanisms that explain the atmosphere?s behavior across different spatial and temporal scales. Topics include the properties of the atmosphere, electromagnetic radiation and energy balance, stability,atmospheric forces and wind, the atmospheric general circulation, mid-latitude cyclones, weather forecasting, and climate variability and change. A central theme is humanity?s impact on weather and climate.

Programs

EV333 is a completion requirement for:

Required Requisites

EV212, or PC241.