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ATOC 181. Introduction to Atmospheric Science.

Credits: 3
Offered by: Atmospheric & Oceanic Sciences (Faculty of Science)
This course is not offered this catalogue year.

Description

A survey of the Earth's atmosphere, weather and climate system. Topics include the fundamental processes that determine interactions between the atmosphere, ocean and biosphere; anthropogenic effects such as global warming, the ozone hole and acid rain; a perspective on future climate change.
  • Fall and Winter
  • 3 hours lecture
  • Restriction: Not open to students who have taken ATOC 210, ATOC 214, ENVB 301 or NRSC 201.

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