The main goal of this course is to introduce you to major concepts and terminology necessary to observe, interpret, and understand the physical environment around you and to situate these ideas in the context of real-world issues.
The course introduces you to the study of meteorology, climatology, hydrology, geomorphology, biogeography, and soils. Meteorology is study of weather (weather is the state of the atmosphere at a specific time and place). Climatology is the study of climate (average weather). Hydrology is the study of the movement and distribution of water throughout the Earth, and addresses both the hydrologic cycle and water resources. Geomorphology is the study of landforms and the processes that shape them. Biogeography is the study of the spatial distribution of plants and animals and the reasons behind the observed distribution.
The topics in this course are important to students interested in the biophysical sciences and to students who wish to understand the processes underlying many human, social and economic aspects of our environment and natural resources.
The course will be delivered through in-person lecture and lab sessions from May 9 2022 and till June 17 2022.