GEG-104

Weather is the scientific study of atmospheric processes and patterns, and their impact on human activities. This introductory meteorology course examines the collection and analysis of meteorological data at local, regional, and global scales. Topics include heat, moisture, and wind dynamics of the atmosphere; application of satellite and radar data; development and impact of thunderstorms, tornadoes and hurricanes; weather analysis and forecasting. Three class hours. This is a Natural Science course.NOTE: Students who successfully complete GEG 104 may, with the addition of GEG 103, complete the requirement for SUNY Natural Science General Education. GEG 103 may be taken concurrently or in a later semester, but the student will not have satisfied the SUNY requirement until both GEG 103 and GEG 104 are successfully completed. (SUNY-NS). GEG 104 was originally known as Weather and Climate.