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EAPS 23000 - Laboratory In Atmospheric Science


Credit Hours: 1.00. A laboratory course that introduces the fundamentals of atmospheric science through quantitative exercises. The theoretical exercises include the vertical structure of the atmosphere, the Earth’s energy budget, atmospheric moisture, saturation and stability, clouds and precipitation and atmospheric motion. Data and map analysis exercises include mid-latitude cyclones, thunderstorms and tornadoes, hurricanes and controls of climate. Prior or current course work in introductory atmospheric science is required. This course may not be taken for credit by students in the atmospheric science option of the Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences. Typically offered Summer Fall Spring.Credits: 1.00