GEOG 304
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Climate and Society
Course Description
Temporal and spatial examination of the distribution, condition, and forecasting of different climatic characteristics across Earth. Effects of climate on society in the past, present and future, with a particular focus on the world’s most vulnerable populations.
When Taught
Winter
Min
3
Fixed/Max
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
0
Recommended
Geog 101
Title
Spatial Thinking
Learning Outcome
Explain and apply the processes responsible for producing spatial and temporal variation in the Earth’s climates
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Skills
Learning Outcome
Access and analyze climate data, and evaluate the methods used to reconstruct past, and forecast future climatic conditions
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Practical Experience
Learning Outcome
Make informed decisions about human activities affecting atmospheric processes
Title
Service
Learning Outcome
Explain the connection between climate and extreme weather events that impact vulnerable populations
