Introduction to Atmospheric Science
General
Prefix
AHS
Course Number
104
Course Level
Undergraduate
Department/Unit(s)
College/School
College of Science and Engineering
Description
Introductory study of the earth's weather. Topics include atmospheric composition, earth's energy budget, atmospheric motions, clouds and precipitation, climate change, measurement of weather data and interpretation of weather maps. Lab.
Credits
Min
3
Max
3
Repeatable
No
Goals and Diversity
MN Goal Course
Yes
MN Goal Designation(s)
03
Cultural Diversity
No
Learning Outcomes
Outcome
Investigate the behavior of Earth’s atmosphere through application of basic physical laws.
Outcome
Analyze weather observations and relate them to concepts of weather forecasting.
Outcome
Evaluate evidence for a changing climate and the natural and human factors involved.