ATMOS 5310 - Physical Meteorology

Institution:

University of Utah

Subject:

Atmospheric Sciences

Description:

Overview of aerosols, clouds and precipitation in the atmosphere including observed characteristics and the thermodynamics of how clouds are created and dissipated. Physical interactions of solar and terrestrial radiation with atmospheric constituents, including greenhouse gases, aerosols, clouds and the ground, the role of clouds and atmospheric gases in the earth's energy budget, and the role of anthropogenic greenhouse gases in climate change. Prerequisites: ATMOS 5000 AND ATMOS 5300

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

Corequisites:

Exclusions:

Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.utah.edu

Phone Number:

(801) 581-7200

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

General Education

• No items found

The Course Profile information is provided and updated by third parties including the respective institutions. While the institutions are able to update their information at any time, the information is not independently validated, and no party associated with this website can accept responsibility for its accuracy.