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2009-2010 University Catalog

EOS 670 - Introduction to Atmosphere & Weather

Credits: 3
This course will introduce the student to the fundamental principles upon which the atmospheric sciences are based and to provide quantitative description and interpretation of the wide range of atmospheric phenomena with an emphasis on sub-synoptic scales (i.e. weather and regional scale climate). One of the main goals of this course is not only to provide the basic knowledge of fundamentals of the atmosphere, but also to prepare students for the science of atmospheric modeling and simulations.

Prerequisites
MATH 214 and PHYS 262, or permission of instructor.

Hours of Lecture or Seminar per week
3
Hours of Lab or Studio per week
0