• EVSC 7010

    Introduction to Remote Sensing
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     Difficulty

     GPA

    3.54

    Last Taught

    Fall 2024

    Introduction to the physics and techniques of remote sensing. Prerequisite: At least one year of college-level chemistry or physics, or instructor permission.

  • EVSC 4490

    Air Pollution
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     Difficulty

     GPA

    3.56

    Last Taught

    Spring 2024

    This course introduces students to research topics in air pollution, including the ozone hole, tropospheric ozone, aerosol chemistry and physics, atmosphere-biosphere interactions, air pollution regulation and control, health impacts, environmental justice, cook stove emissions, and air toxics. Readings are primarily taken from the recent literature. There is an emphasis on understanding the fundamental chemistry and physics of air pollution.

  • EVSC 3020

    GIS Methods
     Rating

    3.45

     Difficulty

    2.71

     GPA

    3.56

    Last Taught

    Spring 2026

    Explores the theory of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and their applications in a range of disciplines using various GIS software packages. Example applications are from physical and social sciences, often with a focus on the Charlottesville-Albemarle area. For students interested in immediate applications of GIS in their work. Experience with word processing, file managers, and other computing skills is essential. Prerequisite: The equivalent of the College natural science/mathematics and social science area requirements.

  • EVAT 5559

    New Course in Atmospheric Sciences
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     Difficulty

     GPA

    3.57

    Last Taught

    Spring 2025

    This course provides the opportunity to offer a new course in the subject of atmospheric sciences.

  • EVAT 5310

    Tropical Meteorology
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     Difficulty

     GPA

    3.57

    Last Taught

    Fall 2024

    In this course, students will learn about the behavior, dynamics, and thermodynamics of the tropical atmosphere. A wide range of time and space scales will be examined, from the large-scale energy balance down to cumulus convection and tropical cyclones. Emphasis will be placed on studying atmospheric convection. This course is a foundation for advanced study and research in atmospheric science, meteorology, and atmosphere-related disciplines.

  • EVGE 5559

    New Course in Geosciences
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     Difficulty

     GPA

    3.59

    Last Taught

    Spring 2025

    This course provides the opportunity to offer a new course in the subject of geosciences.

  • EVSC 5559

    New Course in Environmental Science
     Rating

    2.67

     Difficulty

    3.00

     GPA

    3.60

    Last Taught

    Spring 2026

    This course provides the opportunity to offer a new topic in the subject area of environmental science.

  • EVSC 5030

    Applied Statistics for Environmental Scientists
     Rating

    4.50

     Difficulty

    3.25

     GPA

    3.60

    Last Taught

    Spring 2025

    Provides a firm knowledge of experimental design, hypothesis testing, and the use of statistical methods of data analysis. Prerequisite: MATH 1110, STAT 1120, or equivalent; corequisite: EVSC 5031.

  • EVSC 5020

    Introduction to Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
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     Difficulty

     GPA

    3.63

    Last Taught

    Spring 2026

    This is an introductory course focusing on the theory and application of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Technology. The course combines related theory with practical laboratory assignments.

  • EVSC 3301

    Atmosphere and Weather Laboratory
     Rating

    2.88

     Difficulty

    3.50

     GPA

    3.63

    Last Taught

    Spring 2026

    Studies the principles of measurements, instrumentation for measuring atmospheric parameters, and methods of observing and calculating atmospheric variables. Corequisite: EVSC 3300.