GPS 0330 - Climatology

Credits: 3

A study of the processes and patterns of the world’s climates. After a review of basic meteorology, the Koppen and Thorthwaite classification systems are discussed. The final portion of the course investigates applied climatology which includes: human bio-meteorology (climate and humans), agriculture climatology, climates past and future, and the effect of climate on transportation, architecture, business, and the construction industry.

Prerequisites: GPS 0230.

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Westfield State University

GPS 0330 - Climatology