3 courses with the subject MET, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
MET 101Introduction to Weather
Introduction to elements and energies that are basic processes described as weather. Basic principles such as temperature, pressure, density, humidity and air movement are studied to provide basis for understanding long- and short- range forecasting, including severe weather phenomena such as hurricanes, tornadoes and storms. Note: Fulfills SUNY-GE Natural Sciences. (3 hrs. lecture, 2 hrs. laboratory) Prerequisite: MAT007 or equivalent. Offered on: A-E-G / 4 cr. hrs.
Students will investigate the causes of extreme weather around the world and how these extremes have changed over time. The influence of modern climate change on these events will be a key part of the course as well as how society is preparing for a future that is expected to experience increased frequency and intensity of many extreme weather events. Historical case studies as well as present data will be utilized to achieve these goals. Extreme events covered in this course will include tornados, hurricanes, blizzards, heat waves, drought, and floods, among others. Note: Fulfills SUNY-GE Natural Sciences. Prerequisite: MAT007 or equivalent. Offered on A / 3 cr. hrs.
The impact of global climate change is far-reaching, both for humanity and the environment. This course will provide students with the scientific background to understand the role of natural and human-forced climate change so that they are better prepared to become involved in the discussion. Students will learn how past climates are determined and why humans are causing most of the observed modern day warming. The technical and political solutions to climate change will also be discussed. Note: Fulfills SUNY-GE Natural Sciences. Prerequisite: MAT007 or equivalent. Offered on: A / 3 cr. hrs.
