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EPS C129 - Biometeorology

Earth and Planetary Science Undergraduate CLS - College of Letters and Science

Subject

EPS

Course Number

C129

Department

Earth and Planetary Science

Course Level

Undergraduate

Course Title

Biometeorology

Course Description

This course describes how the physical environment (light, wind, temperature, humidity) of plants and soil affects the physiological status of plants and how plants affect their physical environment. Using experimental data and theory, it examines physical, biological, and chemical processes affecting transfer of momentum, energy, and material (water, CO2, atmospheric trace gases) between vegetation and the atmosphere. Plant biometeorology instrumentation and measurements are also discussed.

Minimum Units

3

Maximum Units

3

Grading Basis

Default Letter Grade; P/NP Option

Method of Assessment

Written Exam

Instructors

Baldocchi

Breadth

Biological Science, Physical Science

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-

Repeat Rules

Course is not repeatable for credit.

Cross-Listed Course(s)

Formats

Lecture

Term

Fall and Spring

Weeks

15 weeks

Weeks

15

Lecture Hours

3

Lecture Hours Min

3

Lecture Hours Max

3

Outside Work Hours

6

Outside Work Hours Min

6

Outside Work Hours Max

6