PHS-109 Meteorology

This on-line course is offered in conjunction with the American Meteorology Society (AMS) and delivered over the Internet. Emphasis is placed on movements and processes of the atmosphere, radiation and atmospheric heating, global circulation, weather systems, fronts and air masses, cloud physics, and basic forecasting skills. Included is a laboratory activity each week based on archived weather data provided by the AMS. Total of 60 hours. Prerequisite: MAT 099 and ENG 099 or appropriate score on placement test. All work is done on-line. Examinations must be taken in person on campus. Semesters offered: Fall, Spring. 4 Credits.