Meteorology, Minor
Saint Louis University offers a minor in meteorology.
Meteorology is more than just the study of weather; it includes all the characteristics, structures and processes of the atmosphere. Basic principles of physics and chemistry are applied to discover what makes the atmosphere work. Mathematical equations and techniques are used to predict weather based on present conditions. Recently, meteorology has become increasingly vital to humankind’s concerns. Ozone depletion and global warming have been identified as threats to human existence on earth. Meteorologists are on the front lines of the battle to learn more about and model these phenomena.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| EAS 1420 | Foundations of Atmospheric Science | 3 |
| EAS 2110 | Meteorological Analysis | 3 |
| EAS 2440 | Atmospheric Processes and Systems | 3 |
| EAS 2530 | Fundamentals of Climate Systems | 3 |
| MATH 1510 | Calculus I | 4 |
| MATH 1520 | Calculus II | 4 |
| Science Requirement | ||
| Select one of the following: | 4 | |
| Engineering Physics I and Engineering Physics I Laboratory | ||
| Physics I and Physics I Laboratory | ||
| Aviation Physics | ||
| Minor Elective Courses | ||
| Select three of the following: | 9 | |
| Introduction to Oceanography | ||
| Broadcast Meteorology I | ||
| Broadcast Meteorology II | ||
| Global Change | ||
| Physical Meteorology I | ||
| Numerical Modeling Applications | ||
| Mesoanalysis and Severe Storms | ||
| Elements of Air Pollution | ||
| Instrumentation and Remote Sensing | ||
| Synoptic Meteorology I | ||
| COMET Modules | ||
| Introduction to GIS | ||
| Total Credits | 33 | |
Continuation Standards
Students with a minor in Meteorology must maintain a 2.00 GPA in their minor coursework.