Earth Science (ESC)                    Course Schedules

ESC 503 Dynamic Meteorology I 3(3-0) F
A derivation and examination of the equations of motion, and first law of thermodynamics. Vorticity and its relationship to development of synoptic weather disturbances. Prerequisites: ESC 303, MTH 223 or consent of instructor.

ESC 504 Dynamic Meteorology II 3(3-0) Sp
Quasi-geostrophic theory and its application in weather prediction and diagnosis. Atmospheric waves, barotropic and baroclinic instability theory. Prerequisite: ESC 503.

ESC 546 Biometeorology 2(2-0) F (Odd Year)
Description, measurement and analysis of plants, animals, and human interaction with the climate. Prerequisites: 201 and one of the following: ESC 330, 340 or consent of instructor.

ESC 575 Special Studies in Earth Science 1-6(Spec) D
Various special topics offered at an advanced undergraduate and graduate level. Topics announced in Course Offering Guide. Prerequisites: Prerequisites announced in Course Offering Guide.

ESC 591 Internship 1-12(Spec) F, Sp
Experiences in applying geographic techniques to environmental analysis, resource management and business applications. Up to three hours credit can be applied to geography major. A full time internship position for one semester may qualify for twelve hours of credit.

ESC 597 Independent Study 1-9(Spec) F, Sp
Exploration of topics in earth science agreed upon by student and instructor. May be taken only by arrangement prior to registration. Prerequisite: Twelve hours of earth science credit, permission of both instructor and department chairperson.
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