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2018-2019 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2018-2019 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

MAST 408 - Heat and Light in Nature - Radiative Transfer (3cr.)

Credit(s): 3
HEAT AND LIGHT IN NATURE
Component: Lecture
The energetic interaction of sunlight with the atmosphere and oceans influences the entire earth system. Examines the theory of radiative transfer within the ocean and atmosphere, and then explores several areas of applicable research including climate modeling and remote sensing.
Repeatable for Credit: N Allowed Units: 3 Multiple Term Enrollment: N Grading Basis: Student Option
Crosslisted: May be crosslisted with GEOG 408 .
General Education Objectives:
Analyze Arguments and Information Engage in Constructive Ideation Communicate Effectively in Writing Work Collaboratively Across a Variety of Cultures Work Individually Across a Variety of Cultures Reason QuantitativelyReason Computationally Reason Scientifically