CHE 2600 - Global Atmospheric Chemistry (3)

When Offered: Spring
Students in Global Atmospheric Chemistry will explore the structure, composition, and functions of the Earth’s atmosphere through the lens of fundamental principles in chemistry. Students will gain an understanding of natural atmospheric chemical processes, the impacts of anthropogenic chemicals on these processes, and the chemistry behind technologies used to measure atmospheric species. We will discuss environmental issues arising from air pollution with both local and global impacts including stratospheric ozone depletion, acid precipitation, photochemical smog, and particulate matter pollution. Students will also gain first-hand experience analyzing atmospheric chemistry datasets to explore and reinforce important course concepts.
Prerequisites: CHE 1101, CHE 1110 and CHE 1102, CHE 1120.