ATOC-3720 (3) Planets and Their Atmospheres

Explores the physics and chemistry of the atmospheres of Mars, Venus, Jupiter, Saturn, and Titan. Examines evolution of the atmospheres of Earth, Venus, and Mars; and the escape of gases from the Galilean satellites, Titan and Mars; the orbital characteristics of moons, planets, and comets. Uses recent results of space exploration. Elective for APS major and minor. Same as ASTR 3720. Requisites: Requires prerequisite courses of PHYS 1110 and 1120 and MATH 1300 and 2300 or APPM 1350 and 1360 (all minimum grade D-). Restricted to students with 57-180 credits (Junior or Senior) Astronomy (ASTR) or Atmospheric & Oceanic Sciences (ATOC) majors only.