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Atmospheric Science (ENV213)

Points: 

4

Enrolment Options: 

Murdoch: S1-internal, S1-external

[see Teaching Periods and Census Dates] 

Description: 

A general unit designed to introduce the scientific study of the atmosphere and its impact on human endeavours. The unit explores meteorological phenomena with particular relevance to the Australian region and introduces satellite remote sensing, climate modelling and biosphere/atmosphere interactions. Laboratory sessions as well as computer and online activities develop generic skills appropriate to environmental research.

Contact time: 

Lectures: 3 hours per week; practical work: 3 hours per week.
External students should note that this unit has a compulsory week-long on-campus component.

Prerequisites: 

Nil.

Co-requisite: Internet access if studying externally.

Used in these Courses: 

Environmental Science (BEnvSc, BSc)
Marine Science (BSc)
Graduate Diploma in Education Studies

Used in these Minors: 

Pollution Science

Atmospheric Science (ENV513)

as for ENV213, except as follows

Points: 

4

Enrolment Options: 

Murdoch: S1-internal, S1-external

[see Teaching Periods and Census Dates] 

Prerequisites: 

Co-requisite: Internet access if studying externally.

Used in these Courses: 

Postgraduate Certificate in Environmental Management
Postgraduate Diploma in Energy and the Environment
Postgraduate Diploma in Environmental Impact Assessment
Postgraduate Diploma in Environmental Management