PHYS 243 - Meteorology

Institution:

The Citadel

Subject:

Physics

Description:

Meteorology is the science of weather and climate. The material covered will include a study of the pressure, temperature, and density profiles of the atmosphere and the development of temperature, pressure, and moisture variances from the standard atmosphere. Winds, clouds, and temperature changes will be studied. Rain, snow, fog, storms, the jet stream, optical effects, and their application to flight will be addressed. There are no explicit prerequisites, but knowledge of basic algebra is needed.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.citadel.edu

Phone Number:

(843) 225-3294

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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