Robert Morris University - ENVS1140-D Weather and Climate (Spring 2013)

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ENVS1140-D Weather and Climate (Spring 2013)

Session, Dates: 1 (01/14/2013 - 05/04/2013)

Days: M W F

Time: 12:00 - 12:50 pm

Location: Moon Campus

Room: Hale Center 310

Seats Available: 2 Seats

Credits: 3

Course Description

This course studies the physical and chemical properties of the Earth's atmosphere and their impact on humankind. The structure and dynamics of the troposphere, stratosphere, and ionosphere are examined. Elements of cloud formation, air masses, air pollution, and weather forecasting are reviewed. Methods for classifying and analyzing the world's climatic regions are discussed. The environmental hazards of tornadoes, chinook winds, monsoons, green house gases, and hurricanes, among others, are reviewed. Principles of scientific inquiry are integrated throughout the course.

About The Instructor

Valentine I. Kefeli

Part-Time Faculty

Science

kefeli@rmu.edu
Hale Center 305
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