Dec 15, 2025  
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EAPS 53500 - Atmospheric Observations And Measurements


Credit Hours: 3.00. A course that introduces students to direct and remotely sensed observations of the atmosphere. Directly measured quantities discussed include temperature, pressure, moisture, wind, solar radiation, chemical properties of the atmosphere, etc. Remote sensing of cloud, precipitation, and air motion by weather radars, satellites, profilers, lidars, and other emerging technologies is reviewed. Students will gain experience in observation techniques and data interpretation, and will learn uncertainty and error assessment. Prior course work in atmospheric science and statistics is required. Typically offered Fall.



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