Vittorio (Victor) A. Gensini
Assistant Professor, Meteorology Department
Berg Instructional Center (BIC) 3503
College of DuPage
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
ph: (630)-942-3496 | e: gensiniv@cod.edu
College of DuPage
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
ph: (630)-942-3496 | e: gensiniv@cod.edu
- ESAS 1110
- ESAS 1111
- ESAS 1116
- ESAS 1117
- ESAS 1800
- ESAS 2116
- ESAS 2117
Introduction to Meteorology
4 credit hours
A first look at various aspects of meteorology, including solar radiation, global circulation, environmental issues, winds, stability, precipitation processes, weather systems and severe weather. Basic physical principles, meteorological terminology, societal impacts, and weather analysis will be explored. Prerequisite: Mathematics 0481 (or college equivalent) with a grade of “C” or better or a qualifying score on the mathematics placement test or a qualifying A.C.T. math score. Course requires Reading Placement Test Score-Category One. (3 lecture hours, 2 lab hours)
Next time I will teach course: Spring 2013
4 credit hours
A first look at various aspects of meteorology, including solar radiation, global circulation, environmental issues, winds, stability, precipitation processes, weather systems and severe weather. Basic physical principles, meteorological terminology, societal impacts, and weather analysis will be explored. Prerequisite: Mathematics 0481 (or college equivalent) with a grade of “C” or better or a qualifying score on the mathematics placement test or a qualifying A.C.T. math score. Course requires Reading Placement Test Score-Category One. (3 lecture hours, 2 lab hours)
Next time I will teach course: Spring 2013
Climate and Global Change
3 credit hours
Introduction to the earth’s climate, climate change and the interactions between climate and the global environment. Physical, chemical, biological and social factors contributing to climate and global change are investigated. Topics explored are: climate classifications, global warming and greenhouse effect, acid rain, ozone depletion, regional drought and cataclysmic climate change. Man-made climate change as opposed to natural variability, along with human responses to potential climate change are debated. Prerequisite: Mathematics 0481 (or college equivalent) with a grade of “C” or better or a qualifying score on the mathematics placement test or a qualifying A.C.T. math score. Course requires Reading Placement Test Score-Category One.(3 lecture hours)
Next time I will teach course: Spring 2013
3 credit hours
Introduction to the earth’s climate, climate change and the interactions between climate and the global environment. Physical, chemical, biological and social factors contributing to climate and global change are investigated. Topics explored are: climate classifications, global warming and greenhouse effect, acid rain, ozone depletion, regional drought and cataclysmic climate change. Man-made climate change as opposed to natural variability, along with human responses to potential climate change are debated. Prerequisite: Mathematics 0481 (or college equivalent) with a grade of “C” or better or a qualifying score on the mathematics placement test or a qualifying A.C.T. math score. Course requires Reading Placement Test Score-Category One.(3 lecture hours)
Next time I will teach course: Spring 2013
Weather Analysis and Forecasting I
1 credit hour
A study of day-to-day weather patterns with an emphasis on understanding the basics of meteorological processes and forecasting. Students learn to read weather reports and weather maps needed to analyze current conditions and forecast weather. Taking advantage of a fully operational weather laboratory, students monitor current weather conditions locally and across the nation. Prerequisite: Course requires Reading Placement Test Score-Category One.(2 lab hours)
Next time I will teach course: Spring 2013
1 credit hour
A study of day-to-day weather patterns with an emphasis on understanding the basics of meteorological processes and forecasting. Students learn to read weather reports and weather maps needed to analyze current conditions and forecast weather. Taking advantage of a fully operational weather laboratory, students monitor current weather conditions locally and across the nation. Prerequisite: Course requires Reading Placement Test Score-Category One.(2 lab hours)
Next time I will teach course: Spring 2013
Weather Analysis and Forecasting II
1 credit hour
A continuation of Weather Analysis and Forecasting I. Students continue investigating sources of data, learn to analyze raw images, and interpret numerical weather forecasts. Taking advantage of a fully-operational weather laboratory, students monitor current weather conditions locally and across the nation. Prerequisite: Earth Science 1116 or equivalent. Course requires Reading Placement Test Score-Category One. (2 lab hours)
Next time I will teach course: Spring 2013
1 credit hour
A continuation of Weather Analysis and Forecasting I. Students continue investigating sources of data, learn to analyze raw images, and interpret numerical weather forecasts. Taking advantage of a fully-operational weather laboratory, students monitor current weather conditions locally and across the nation. Prerequisite: Earth Science 1116 or equivalent. Course requires Reading Placement Test Score-Category One. (2 lab hours)
Next time I will teach course: Spring 2013
Experiential Special Topics
1 to 3 credit hours
Experiential courses cover topics not otherwise covered by general education courses and other courses in the Catalog for the Earth Science discipline. These courses require direct experience and focused reflection in an in-depth study of a specific earth science topic and/or the critical analysis of contemporary issues in earth science. They are targeted to self-selected students with an interest in the subject matter and involve active participation. The course delivery incorporates an experiential component of no less than 30 percent but not to exceed 70 percent. This experiential component may include field studies, interdisciplinary learning, and/or the practical application of earth science concepts, theories, principles and methods with a specific focus. All courses require an orientation session to deliver academic and experiential information (syllabus, academic requirements, field preparation, logistics, etc.) This course may be taken four times for credit. Prerequisite: Course requires Reading Placement Test Score-Category One. (1 to 3 lecture hours, 1 to 3 lab hours)
Next time I will teach course: Summer 2013
1 to 3 credit hours
Experiential courses cover topics not otherwise covered by general education courses and other courses in the Catalog for the Earth Science discipline. These courses require direct experience and focused reflection in an in-depth study of a specific earth science topic and/or the critical analysis of contemporary issues in earth science. They are targeted to self-selected students with an interest in the subject matter and involve active participation. The course delivery incorporates an experiential component of no less than 30 percent but not to exceed 70 percent. This experiential component may include field studies, interdisciplinary learning, and/or the practical application of earth science concepts, theories, principles and methods with a specific focus. All courses require an orientation session to deliver academic and experiential information (syllabus, academic requirements, field preparation, logistics, etc.) This course may be taken four times for credit. Prerequisite: Course requires Reading Placement Test Score-Category One. (1 to 3 lecture hours, 1 to 3 lab hours)
Next time I will teach course: Summer 2013
Advanced Weather Analysis and Forecasting I
1 credit hour
A continuation of Weather Analysis and Forecasting II. Emphasis is on independent analysis of weather events, forecast preparation, and mastery of hand data analysis. Taking advantage of a fully-operational weather laboratory, students monitor current weather conditions locally and across the nation. Prerequisite: Earth Science 1117 or equivalent. Course requires Reading Placement Test Score-Category One. (2 lab hours)
Next time I will teach course: Spring 2013
1 credit hour
A continuation of Weather Analysis and Forecasting II. Emphasis is on independent analysis of weather events, forecast preparation, and mastery of hand data analysis. Taking advantage of a fully-operational weather laboratory, students monitor current weather conditions locally and across the nation. Prerequisite: Earth Science 1117 or equivalent. Course requires Reading Placement Test Score-Category One. (2 lab hours)
Next time I will teach course: Spring 2013
Advanced Weather Analysis and Forecasting II
1 credit hour
A continuation of Advanced Weather Analysis and Forecasting I. Students prepare a weekly forecast for the Chicago metropolitan area generally and DuPage County specifically, and track and evaluate their forecasting accuracy. Taking advantage of a fully-operational weather laboratory, students monitor current weather conditions locally and across the nation. Prerequisite: Earth Science 2116 or equivalent. Course requires Reading Placement Test Score-Category One. (2 lab hours)
Next time I will teach course: Spring 2013
1 credit hour
A continuation of Advanced Weather Analysis and Forecasting I. Students prepare a weekly forecast for the Chicago metropolitan area generally and DuPage County specifically, and track and evaluate their forecasting accuracy. Taking advantage of a fully-operational weather laboratory, students monitor current weather conditions locally and across the nation. Prerequisite: Earth Science 2116 or equivalent. Course requires Reading Placement Test Score-Category One. (2 lab hours)
Next time I will teach course: Spring 2013