Upon successful completion of Geog 117, Introduction to Meteorology & Climatology, students should have a basic understanding of the atmosphere and the basic processes that bring about weather and climate patterns. Students should also have acquired a basic understanding of the spatial relations between these entities and how these processes are influenced by human activities.

General Education Mission: Geog 117 is a general education class that promotes the development of knowledge, skills, and attitudes that benefit students in their personal and professional endeavors.

General Education Student Learning Outcome: Students who successfully complete Geog 117 satisfy the general education learning outcome of having problem solving and critical thinking skills.

Program Mission for AA/AS degree: Geog 117 satisfies the AA/AS degree mission by providing academic knowledge and skills for successful transfer to meet higher educational goals.

Program Student Learning Outcomes for AA/AS degree: Students who successfully complete Geog 117 will know the subject matter appropriate to the emphasis of the degree.