The Science of Climate

Course Details

  • Acronym ATMOS 321
  • Instructor(s) Cecilia Bitz
  • Quarter Spring 2026
  • Credits 3
  • Meeting Times MWF 11:30 AM - 12:20 PM
  • Location ATG 310
  • Fullfills Climate Minor Core
  • Prerequisites A minimum grade of 2.0 in MATH 124; a minimum grade of 2.0 in MATH 125; a minimum grade of 2.0 in MATH 126; a minimum grade of 2.0 in PHYS 121; a minimum grade of 2.0 in PHYS 122; and a minimum grade of 2.0 in PHYS 123.

Course Description

Evolution and present state of earth’s climate. Emphasis on physical processes determining the climate of the earth’s atmosphere and surface: radiative transfer, energy balance, hydrologic cycle, and atmospheric and oceanic energy transport. Factors controlling climate change.

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