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Meteorology, Minor

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Saint Louis University's minor in meteorology introduces students to the approaches, tools and data used by meteorologists. The minor is a good option for students who will have direct interactions with meteorologists, including students in aviation, civil engineering, business, and pre-law. Those students pursuing a career in broadcasting may also consider a minor in meteorology to gain experience in broadcast 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.

Though meteorology applies basic science to the atmosphere, critical to success in the program is a fascination with the atmosphere and the vast range of phenomena that it generates. Students pursuing a minor in meteorology will have direct interactions with our faculty and opportunities to engage with professional meteorologists from both the National Weather Service and Broadcasting.

Course List
Code Title Credits
Required Courses
EAS 1420Foundations of Atmospheric Science3
EAS 2110Meteorological Analysis3
EAS 2440Atmospheric Processes and Systems3
EAS 2530Fundamentals of Climate Systems3
MATH 1510Calculus I4
MATH 1520Calculus II4
Science Requirement
Select one of the following:4
PHYS 1610
& PHYS 1620
Engineering Physics I
and Engineering Physics I Laboratory
PHYS 1310
& PHYS 1320
Physics I
and Physics I Laboratory
PHYS 1350
Aviation Physics
Minor Elective Courses
Select three of the following:9
EAS 1050
Introduction to Oceanography
EAS 3150
Broadcast Meteorology I
EAS 3160
Broadcast Meteorology II
EAS 3250
Global Change
EAS 3330
Physical Meteorology I
EAS 3500
Numerical Modeling Applications
EAS 3700
Mesoanalysis and Severe Storms
EAS 4030
Elements of Air Pollution
EAS 4150
Instrumentation and Remote Sensing
EAS 4200
Synoptic Meteorology I
EAS 4780
COMET Modules
GIS 4010
Introduction to Geographic Information Systems
Total Credits33

Continuation Standards

Students with a minor in meteorology must maintain a 2.00 GPA in their minor coursework.

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