ATM S 451
Principles of operating instruments for measuring important atmospheric parameters (e.g., temperature, humidity, aerosol concentration). Concepts of sensitivity, accuracy, representativeness, time response. Manipulation of output data including signal processing and statistical analysis. Experimental design and implementation of the design in actual field experiments is included. Prerequisite: ATM S 370; either STAT/MATH 390 or Q SCI 381. Offered: Sp.
Student learning goals
General method of instruction
Lectures MWF 11:30-12:20 Labs/lectures TTh 10:30-12:20
A laboratory notebook is required, available at the University Bookstore
Class assignments and grading
Lab reports (50%), Midterm (20%), Final (30%)