What do you major in atmospheric science at Nanjing University?

1. Introduction to the Atmospheric Science Major of Nanjing University

Business training objectives: This major cultivates students with solid basic theories, basic knowledge and basic skills of atmospheric science. Senior professionals who can engage in scientific research, teaching, technology development and related management in atmospheric physics, atmospheric environment, atmospheric detection, meteorology, climatology, applied meteorology and related disciplines.

Business training requirements: Students in this major mainly learn basic theories and basic knowledge in atmospheric science and other aspects, receive basic training in scientific thinking and scientific experiments (including field internships and indoor experiments), and have good scientific skills. Literacy, with the basic skills to conduct basic or applied research in the humanities, theoretical analysis, data processing and computer applications. Have strong knowledge updating ability and broad scientific adaptability.

Graduates should acquire the following knowledge and abilities:

1. Master the basic theories and basic knowledge of systematic mathematics, physics, chemistry, computers, etc.;

2. Have solid basic theories, basic knowledge and basic skills of atmospheric science, and master the basic methods of atmospheric detection technology and analysis;

3. Understand the general principles and knowledge of similar majors;

4. Understand national policies and regulations related to scientific and technological development, environmental protection, intellectual property rights, etc.;

5. Understand the theoretical frontiers and latest developments in the development of atmospheric science and related disciplines;

6. Master the basic methods of data query, literature retrieval and the use of modern information technology to obtain relevant information; have the ability to design experiments, create experimental conditions, summarize, organize and analyze experimental results, write papers, and participate in academic exchanges.

Main subjects: Atmospheric Science, Environmental Science

Main courses: Introduction to Atmospheric Science (Introduction to Earth Science), Atmospheric Physics, Atmospheric Sounding, Weather Science, Basics of Atmospheric Dynamics, Basics of modern climatology, etc.

Main practical teaching links: including weather science internship, atmospheric detection internship and graduation thesis, etc., generally scheduled for 10-20 weeks.

Length of study: four years

Degree awarded: Bachelor of Science