ASME 231 - Atmospheric Thermodynamics

When Offered: F;S

3 Credit(s)
3 Lecture Hour(s)
0 Lab Hour(s)

This course covers the general aspects of thermodynamic physical processes occurring within the atmosphere. Topics included are atmospheric statics and stability, saturation point analysis, aerosols, nucleation, the structure and content of clouds, the development of physical characteristics of precipitation, and the dynamics of rain systems.

Prerequisite(s): PHYS 241.