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GEOG 321 Climatic Environments

This course provides an introduction to the theory and techniques used in microclimatological research. The lecture material focuses on the nature of the exchanges of energy and trace gases between the earth’s surface and the atmosphere. We will explore how the transfer of radiative energy through the earth-atmosphere system results in earth’s regional and microclimates and how the transfer of heat and humidity to the atmosphere is influenced by local features. The course largely focuses on microclimatology and the exchange processes of energy, mass and momentum within the earth-atmosphere boundary layer that result in the local climates that we experience. Students completing this course should have gained an understanding of: how exchanges of energy, gas and momentum are made within the lower atmosphere and the basic principles of such exchanges; how the surface influences, and is influenced by, shorter-term changes in atmospheric patterns. Students should have attained an appreciation of the complexity and elegance of the world’s diverse landscapes from a climatic perspective, and be well placed to apply this understanding in their degree programs and future career choices.

What students have to say:

"Ian Strachan is an excellent teacher. He is very dynamic when he speaks, and his passion for the subject is conveyed. He is always willing to help out, and makes sure that we understand which is very important."

When and where:

Offered in alternate years on the downtown campus in the winter term. Next offered: Winter 2021.



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Contact : Prof. Ian B. Strachan
Department of Natural Resource Sciences
Macdonald Campus of McGill University
21111 Lakeshore Rd., Ste Anne de Bellevue, QC  H9X 3V9
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 © 2015-19 Dr. Ian Strachan; created Nov 15, 2015
Last updated September 5, 2019
  • Home
    • News
  • Meet the AER-heads
    • Lab Alumni
  • Our Research
    • Reservoir GHG
    • Restored peatlands
    • Marsh wetlands
    • Agricultural systems
  • The Toys
  • Teaching
    • ENVB301 Meteorology
    • NRSC/GEOG221 Environment and Health
    • GEOG321 Climatic Environments
    • WILD475 Desert Ecology
  • Join Us
    • PhD Opportunity
  • Contact Us