Uncover the causations of weather!
Climate science is the study of atmospheric conditions, generally determined by factors such as temperature, wind, air pressure and water vapour at any specific time.
The Earth's atmosphere is composed of a mixture of moisture, temperature and gases which, in one way or another, control the conditions that are vital for the occurrence of life on earth. These conditions are always somewhat active, and are subject to change at every moment in time. The variations in the atmosphere along with the earth’s energy dynamics play a major role on what influences an everyday environmental behaviour. This, along with the movement of the earth and the suns radiation, produces continuous and aggregate conditions of climate and weather phenomena that affect, positively or negatively, life on earth.
This is an experiential learning-based course. Throughout your studies you will have the opportunity to network with and learn from a variety of industry professionals. Establishing real-world relationships and confidence is key to career success.
Lesson Structure
There are 8 lessons in this course:
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Nature & Scope of Climatology
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Introduction to climatology & meteorology
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Understanding how climate and weather affects us
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What makes up our weather?
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How do we measure weather?
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Weather Science Foundations
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Solar Radiation
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Temperature
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Precipitation
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Deposition
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Humidity
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Clouds
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Circulation Patterns
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Pressure Systems
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Atmospheric Pressure
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Pressure and Temperature
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Latitudinal Circulation
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Air masses
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Wind
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Trade Wind
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The Beaufort Scale of Wind Speed
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Frontal Systems
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Oceanic circulation
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Longitudinal Circulation
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Southern Oscillation
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Ocean Gyres
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Climate Classifications & Patterns
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Types of Climates
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Arid/Desert
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Subtropical
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Tropical
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Temperate
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Mediterranean
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Coastal
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Factors Which Influence Climate
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Latitude
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Wind Direction
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Topography
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Altitude
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Aspect
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Geographical Location
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Climates Classification Models
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Koppen Climate Classification
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Thornwaite Climatic Classification System
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Bergeron Climatic Classification System
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Spatial Synoptic Classification (SSC)
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Other Global Classification Systems
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Holdridge Life Zone System
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Atmospheric Dynamics
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Introduction to Atmosphere Composition
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Purpose of the Atmosphere
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Seasonal Variations
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Vertical Structure of Atmosphere
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Precipitation
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Precipitation Processes and Other Events
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Cloud Dynamics
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Storms
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Thunderstorms
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Cyclones, Typhoons and Hurricanes
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Tornadoes
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METAR Codes for Precipitation Processes
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Aerosols and Climate Processes
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Indirect Effects of Aerosols
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Climate Changes
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Factors that Cause or Influence Climate Change
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Natural Causes
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The Sun
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Earth's Orbit
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Earth's Axis
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Oceanic Circulation
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Oceanic Carbon Dioxide
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Magnetic Field
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Plate Tectonics
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Volcanic Activities
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Asteroids, Comets or Meteorite Impact
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Manmade Causes or Anthropogenic Influences
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Fossil Fuels
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Agriculture
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Deforestation
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Nitrous Oxide
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Other Pollution
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Different Types of Climate Change Events
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Glaciation and Ice Loss
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Flora and Fauna
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Ocean Warming and Sea Levels
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Permafrost
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Extreme Weather Events
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Ozone Depletion
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Global Warming and the Greenhouse Effect
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Applications of Climate Science
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Evolution of Methods and Techniques of Weather Forecasting
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Early Methods & Simple Techniques
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Modern Forecasting Approaches
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Synoptic (Traditional) Forecasting
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Numerical Weather Prediction (NWP)
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Statistical Methods
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Long and Short Range Forecasting
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Understanding Forecasting Models
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Simple Models
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Tropical Cyclone Forecast Model
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General Circulation MOdel (GCM)
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Regional Climate Modelling
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Collection and Applications of Weather & Climate Data
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Weather Mapping
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Satellite
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Radar
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Tropical Rainfall Measuring Mission (TRMM)
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Verification Methods
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Methods of Standard Verification
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Climatology Problem Based Learning Project
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Management Processes
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Planning
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Organising
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Leading
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Controlling
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Business Plans - Preparing a Plan
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Decision Making
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What to Plan for
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Risk
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Risk Analysis
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Ways to Manage Risk
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Project Plan
Each lesson culminates in an assignment which is submitted to the school, marked by the school's tutors and returned to you with any relevant suggestions, comments, and if necessary, extra reading.
What is Climatology ?
Climatology is the study of climate and the average weather conditions over a given period of time. It is considered as one of the ‘atmospheric sciences’ which are often subsumed under ‘earth sciences’. Knowledge of climatology can be used to make short term weather forecasts using various analogue climate models.
Climatology may examine past climates through geological data and other sources, along with current climate data to understand climate patterns and predict future weather and climate. Climatology makes use of statistical data and numerical models to understand climate. There are many different variables and complex processes involved in this.
Why Study this Course?
A fundamental understanding of climate science is a necessary for a wide range of roles, including:
- Farmers
- Horticulturists
- Environmental Managers
- Land and natural resource managers
- Engineers
- Planners
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