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School:
School of Applied Sciences
Credit Rating:
20
Level (including FHEQ):
F (FHEQ Level 4)
Graded or Non Graded:
Graded
Version Valid From:
2019-09-01
Module Leader:
Ryan Wilson
Version Number
2022.01
Learning Methods
Lecture
Practical Classes and Demonstrations
Guided Independent Study
Seminar
Synopsis
This course introduces students to the fundamentals of climate and atmospheric science. Climatology covers changes in climate over variable periods of time whilst the meteorology section will address short-term variations in weather, both long-term and short. The course is primarily lecture based but a number of workshops/lab classes to collect… For more content click the Read More button below.
Learning Strategy
Lectures are used to deliver the majority of the course material. Practical instruction in analytical techniques is provided through the laboratory classes.
Lectures are used to deliver the majority of the course material. Practical instruction in analytical techniques is provided through the laboratory classes.
Outline Syllabus
Atmospheric processes
Climatic conditions
The Earth system, Earth’s climatic historyAtmospheric Dynamics Structure and development of atmospheric movements (Air masses)Weather systems across the WorldAtmospheric Boundary LayerClimate Dynamics
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module students will
1.
be able to demonstrate a basic understanding the composition and functioning of the atmosphere
2.
to able to differentiate between weather and climate
3.
be able to describe specific atmospheric processes and how they influence weather patterns around the World
4.
be able to describe and explain the major influences on the weather patterns within specific environments e.g. the UK
5.
be able to analyze and interpret weather data
6.
be able to measure atmospheric parameters and interpret weather data
7.
be able to distinguish between the different types of weather systems
8.
be able to demonstrate individual writing skills through the production of a report