NATS
101. The
Earth and Its Environments. An
overview of the key concepts in physical and chemical processes,
including Newton's laws
governing force and motion, the laws of
thermodynamics governing energy
and entropy, the role of electromagnetism in
nature, and the atomic structure
of matter.
Section 30. Introduction to Weather & Climate. An introduction to the science of weather processes and climate, including the genesis of fronts and cyclones, precipitation processes, the wind systems of the world, severe storms, and weather forecasting. Special emphasis will be given to natural phenomena which have strong impacts on human activities including tornadoes, hurricanes, El Nino, global warming, ozone depletion, and air pollution. The fundamental importance of physics, chemistry, and mathematics to atmospheric science will be stressed. |
Spring 2008 NATS 101. Section 30 Tue/Thur 9:30-10:45; ILC 150 Prof. Eric A. Betterton Course Outline
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