2015-2016 University Catalog 
  
2015-2016 University Catalog

PHYS 111 - Introduction to the Fundamentals of Atmospheric Science

Credits: 3
Not Repeatable
An overview of the Earth’s atmosphere, its history, and the physical and chemical processes that determine its characteristics. The focus is on key concepts from thermodynamics, radiation, chemistry, and dynamics that are essential for understanding the state, variability, and long term evolution of the atmosphere, especially in the context of comparisons with other planetary atmospheres.

Fulfills Mason Core requirement in natural science (lab).

Equivalent to CLIM 111

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