In-depth study of meteorological phenomena relating to thunderstorms, El Nino/Southern Oscillation events, and tropical storms. Topics will include severe weather spotting, weather radar, atmospheric soundings, tornado genesis, El Nino, tropical meteorology, hurricanes and an introduction to numerical weather prediction. Basic physical principles, their relation to weather events, and weather's impact on society are also explored. (3 lecture hours, 2 lab hours)

Prerequisite: MATH 0465 or MATH 0481 (or college equivalent) with a grade of C or better or qualifying score on the mathematics placement test or a qualifying A.C.T. math score. Course requires Reading Placement Category One.

Course types: General Education: Physical Sciences (A.A.S., A.G.S.), General Education: Physical/Life Science (A.A.S., A.G.S.)