These other courses do not help meet LSA distribution requirements. Weather and Climate. Focus of the course is on understanding the basic nature and behavior of the earth's atmosphere through comprehension of weather maps and charts. They learn, also, to appreciate the atmosphere as a natural resource and to understand its limitations in the transport and diffusion of air pollutants. About ten minutes each class hour are devoted to description of current weather with aid of same-day maps.
Students learn to plot and analyze weather maps.
A report on the weather and climate of a particular place of personal interest is prepared by each. Hourly examinations are given at 3-4 week intervals. The course presents an overview of the four broad subdivisions of oceanography. This overview will address topics as they apply to contemporary issues, teacher education, and practical information for the average citizen. The format of the course will be lecture supplemented by readings in Introduction to Oceanography by Ross.