PHY 116 Physical Science - Meteorology - Course Outline - Syllabus SPRING 2025

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Farmingdale State College
Professor Richard Hoffman
News12 Meteorologist
Phone: 516-393-1774 Work Number - Leave a message
Web Site: http://www.richhoffmanclass.com
Email: richard.hoffman@farmingdale.edu

Email: richard.hoffman@farmingdale.edu or hoffmard@farmingdale.edu
Office Hours: I don't have any set office hours. I am just a phone call or email away. 516-393-1774
We can meet before class / after class or set a day on campus.

INTRODUTION TO METEOROLOGY SPRING 2025 - WILL BE TAUGHT ON CAMPUS - IN CLASS

General Education:
This class fulfills 3 credits of the Gen. Ed. Science requirement.

Course: PHY 116 Physical Science - Intro to Meteorology
Monday and Wednesday 1:40 to 2:55pm (CRN ) and 3:05pm to 4:20pm (CRN )
I do not have set Office Hours - Please Email me to diccuss any issues, or so we can set up a time to meet - Or speak with me after class
SPRING 2025 Calendar—  https://www.farmingdale.edu/calendar/academic/

VERY IMPORTANT!!!!!!*****If you miss an exam - your final exam grade will replace the missed exam!!!!!

VERY IMPORTANT!!!!!!*****If you miss an exam - your final exam grade will replace the missed exam!!!!!

FINAL TIMES..
Exam Schedule ---https://www.farmingdale.edu/registrar/final-exams.shtml

Monday/Wednesday 1:40PM-2:50PM Class
Final Test Chapters 1-11
MAY 21ST 1:10 TO 350PM

Monday/Wednesday 3:05PM -4:20PMClass
Final Test Chapters 1-11
MAY 19TH 4PM TO 640PM -- VERY IMPORTANT - NOTICE FINAL TIME

FINAL (Chapters 1 THROUGH 11)
FINAL IS 30% OF GRADE!!!!!!

Grades: Your grade in the course will be determined by your test scores, homework and classroom participation.
There will be 4 exams during the semester, plus a final exam. 5 tests total. I ***do not drop**** the lowest grade...
4 test scores 60% of your grade, Final 30%, ------Homework, Class Participation in Discussions, and Attendance 10%
NO make up tests -- You final exam grade will replace the miss test grade. ********************
**** THE EXAMS ARE DURING YOUR CLASS TIME AND CLASS TIME ONLY -

Finals schedule -  http://www.farmingdale.edu/registrar/final-exams.shtml
GRADES   DUE 72 HOURS AFTER FINAL EXAM

Final exam is 50 questions and will be similiar to the first 4 exams.

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Cancelation of Classes:
Weather and other campus-wide cancellations will be listed on https://www.farmingdale.edu/ You can also sign up for RAVE and SUNY Alert.
Go to the Rave web page and use your Farmingdale user ID and password to enter the site.  For SUNY-Alert, please visit the University Police web page.

SCHEDULE AND CLASS NOTES

INTRODUTION TO METEOROLOGY SPRING 2025 - WILL BE TAUGHT ON CAMPUS - IN CLASS
**** THE EXAMS ARE DURING YOUR CLASS TIME AND CLASS TIME ONLY -
VERY IMPORTANT!!!!!!*****If you miss an exam - your final exam grade will replace the missed exam!!!!!

Grades: Your grade in the course will be determined by your test scores, homework and classroom participation.
There will be 4 exams during the semester, plus a final exam. 5 tests total. I ***do not drop**** the lowest grade...
4 test scores 60% of your grade, Final 30%, ------Homework, Class Participation in Discussions 10%
NO make up tests -- You final exam grade will replace the miss test grade. ********************
**** THE EXAMS ARE DURING YOUR CLASS TIME AND CLASS TIME ONLY -

 

Please Read Each Chapter in the book along with Class notes	2-10 -Chapter 1 / Chapter 2 & Review -	2-24 - NO CLASS	3-12 EXAM 2 (Chapters 3-4-5)	4-2-Chapter 7	4-21 -Chapter 9 - Chapter 10	5-7- EXAM 4 (Chapters 9-10-11)
1-27 Chapter 1 1st day of class	2-12- EXAM 1 (Chapter 1 and 2)	2-26-Chapter 4   Chapter 5	3-17 /19 NO CLASS SPRING BREAK	4-7 -Chapter 7 Chapter 8	4-23-Chapter 10	5-12- LAST DAY OF CLASS REVIEW FOR FINAL 5-14 - MAKE UP / STUDY CLASS
1-29 Chapter 1	2-17 - Chapter 3	3-3 - Chapter 5	3-24 - Chapter 6	4-9- Chapter 8 -exam review	4-28 - Chapter 10 Chapter 11	---1:40pm Class Final------- Final Test Chapters 1-11 WEDNESDAY MAY 21ST 1:10pm-3:50pm
2-3  Chapter 1 - Chapter 2	2-19 -Chapter 3	3-5 Review 3,4,5	3-26 - Chapter 6	4-14- EXAM 3 - (Chapters 6-7-8)	4-30 -Chapter 11 /	-----3:05pm Class Final---- Final Test Chapters 1-11 MONDAY MAY 19TH 4:00pm-6:40pm
2-5  Chapter 2	2-19 -Chapter 4	3-10Test 2 (Chapters 3-4-5)	3-31 Chapter 7	4-16 - Chapter 9	5-5- Chapter 11 /Review - 9,10,11	FINAL INFORMATION FINALS WEEK MAY 15TH TO 21 FINAL NOTES - Exam Schedule

VERY IMPORTANT!!!!!!*****If you miss an exam - your final exam grade will replace the missed exam!!!!!

Grades: Your grade in the course will be determined by your test scores, homework and classroom participation.
There will be 4 exams during the semester, plus a final exam. 5 tests total. I ***do not drop**** the lowest grade...
4 test scores 60% of your grade, Final 30%, ------Homework, Class Participation in Discussions 10%
NO make up tests -- You final exam grade will replace the miss test grade. ********************
**** THE EXAMS ARE DURING YOUR CLASS TIME AND CLASS TIME ONLY -

VERY IMPORTANT!!!!!!*****If you miss an exam - your final exam grade will replace the missed exam!!!!!

Disability Services Center:
If you have a disability for which you are or may be requesting an accommodation, you are encouraged to contact both your instructor and the
Disability Services Center,
Whitman Hall - Room 186D
934-420-5174
DSC@farmingdale.edu
Monday-Friday 8:30am-4:00pm
Please send all Testing related message to: TESTING@farmingdale.edu

Academic Integrity Policy
Because intellectual honesty is a cornerstone of all academic and scholarly work, each member of the Farmingdale State College campus community is expected to maintain academic integrity. Farmingdale State College has developed regulations concerning academic dishonesty and integrity to protect all students and to maintain an ethical academic environment. For more information, click the updated link for the Academic Integrity Policy.

It is important for you to understand the concept of plagiarism. Plagiarism is intentionally representing the words, images or ideas of another as one’s own in any academic exercise. This includes words, images or ideas in either print or electronic format. 
Cheating on an exam will result in a grade of F - ZERO for the test.

Electronic Devices Policy:
No electronic devices are needed for the class. You will need to know how to understand basic math skills - adding, subracting, multiplying and dividing. If you need help with these skills we can get you a tutor.

Student Code of Conduct
The President of the College and the Vice President for Student Affairs recognize the rights of designees including University Police, to enforce all regulations, policies, license agreements, laws and codes on campus. If any individual allegedly violates the laws, Student Code of Conduct or campus policies, a President’s designee will institute proceedings against the offender (s). For more information on the student code of conduct, see the Code of Conduct section in the current Student Handbook, or choose Code of Conduct from the A-Z Links. 

University Police
631-420-2111
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QUESTIONS EMAIL ME: RICHARD.HOFFMAN@FARMINGDALE.EDU
or HOFFMARD@FARMINGDALE.EDU

CHECK THE CAMPUS BOOK STORE.

Textbook: "The Atmosphere" 14th edition by F. Lutgens and E. Tarbuck,
https://www.amazon.com/Atmosphere-Introduction-Meteorology-Mastering-MasteringMeteorology/dp/0134790464/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1534932173&sr=8-1&keywords=isbn+9780134790466&dpID=616bc0gIjmL&preST=_SX218_BO1,204,203,200_QL40_&dpSrc=srch
Print Book:
ISBN-13: 978-0134790466
ISBN-10: 0134790464 - ( book)
Author(s): by Frederick K. Lutgens (Author),  Edward J. Tarbuck (Author),  Redina Herman (Author),  Dennis G. Tasa (Author)
Publisher: Prentice Hall
Copyright year: © 2019 Pages: 528

Vitalsource: To rent book
Print ISBN: 9780134758589, 0134758587
eText ISBN: 9780134801001, 0134801008
https://www.vitalsource.com/products/the-atmosphere-frederick-k-lutgens-v9780134801001

Table of Contents

1 Introduction to the Atmosphere

2 Heating Earth’s Surface and Atmosphere

3 Temperature

4 Moisture and Atmospheric Stability

5 Forms of Condensation and Precipitation

6 Air Pressure and Winds

7 Circulation of the Atmosphere

8 Air Masses

9 Weather Patterns

10 Thunderstorms and Tornadoes

11 Hurricanes

You must have a farmingdale email and You must check it often.
If you don't know how to check it or use it please let me know.
http://mail.farmingdale.edu

Course Learning Outcomes:
To give you basic knowledge about our world around us. Understanding weatehr basics of temperatures, clouds and weather systems. Why will it rain or why will it be sunny.

Catalog Course Description:  Course outline: A descriptive course in elementary meteorology that will introduce students to weather analysis and forecasting.
Topics covered will be Temperature, Pressure, Wind, Radiation, Clouds, Precipitation, Synoptic Weather Charts, Air Masses, Low and High Pressure Areas, Frontal Systems, Thunderstorms, Weather Forecasting and Local weather.
By the end of the semester students will be able to understand weather patterns and make their own weather forecasts. Website: http://www.richhoffmanclass.com

Homework: Homework questions will be assigned from each chapter. They will not always be collected. The student, who does homework ( read text book ) on a regular basis, usually does well in the course.

Grades: Your grade in the course will be determined by your test scores, homework and classroom participation.
There will be 4 exams during the semester, plus a final exam. 5 tests total. I ***do not drop**** the lowest grade...
4 test scores 60% of your grade, Final 30%, ------Homework, Class Participation in Discussions, and Attendance 10%
NO make up tests -- You final exam grade will replace the miss test grade. ********************
**** THE EXAMS ARE DURING YOUR CLASS TIME AND CLASS TIME ONLY -
*****If you miss an exam - your final exam grade will replace the missed exam!!!!!

VERY IMPORTANT!!!!!!*****If you miss an exam - your final exam grade will replace the missed exam!!!!!
VERY IMPORTANT!!!!!!*****If you miss an exam - your final exam grade will replace the missed exam!!!!!

Attendance Policy: THIS CLASS is taught in person-- INTRODUTION TO METEORLOGY SPRING 2025- WILL BE TAUGHT ON CAMPUS
Attendance: Attendance for classes is mandatory. Everything that will be on the exam will be covered in class and through videos. If you don't watch the videos or particpate in class discussions you will not do well in this class. If you are going to miss class or any questions please Email me.
Email: richard.hoffman@farmingdale.edu or hoffmard@farmingdale.edu Office Hours: I don't have any set office hours. I am just a phone call or email away. 516-393-1774

IF you are having any problems with the tests or material please contact the professor - If you you have poor grades after test 2 contact the professor
do not wait to the end of the semester ...

Religious Absences:
If you are unable to attend class on certain days due to religious beliefs, please consult with your instructor well in advance of the absence so that appropriate accommodation can be made.
Special arrangements must be made between a student and instructor for religious observances. Special arrangements must be made between a faculty or staff member and his/her department chair or supervisor for religious observances.

How to get an A--
1. Read the chapter - before class if possible - We will cover pages 3 to 324 in book ( chapter 1 - 11) - Yes - you need to read the chapters
2. Take good notes from videos and when reading online notes and textbook chapters- this is very important --- you need to re-write the material so you can understand
3. If you have any issues or questions Email Professor ASAP QUESTIONS EMAIL ME: richard.hoffman@FARMINGDALE.EDU
4. Before tests if you have any questions ask or email professor

INTRODUTION TO METEOROLOGY SPRING 2025 - WILL BE TAUGHT ON CAMPUS - IN CLASS
**** THE EXAMS ARE DURING YOUR CLASS TIME AND CLASS TIME ONLY -
*****If you miss an exam - your final exam grade will replace the missed exam!!!!!

VERY IMPORTANT!!!!!!*****If you miss an exam - your final exam grade will replace the missed exam!!!!!

VERY IMPORTANT!!!!!!*****If you miss an exam - your final exam grade will replace the missed exam!!!!!

Grading System Per Farmingdale State

Grades: Your grade in the course will be determined by your test scores, homework and classroom participation.
There will be 4 exams during the semester, plus a final exam. 5 tests total. I ***do not drop**** the lowest grade...
4 test scores 60% of your grade, Final 30%, ------Homework, Class Participation in Discussions, and Attendance 10%
NO make up tests -- You final exam grade will replace the miss test grade. ********************
**** THE EXAMS ARE DURING YOUR CLASS TIME AND CLASS TIME ONLY -

Grading System Per Farmingdale State

Withdrawal from Course: I do not recommend that any student withdraw from the course. Discuss with me your reasons, let's see if we can work something out. Last day to Withdraw: APRIL 3RD 2025 (THURSDAY)

General Thoughts: Meteorology can be fun and exciting. It is what you want to make of it. I have made a career out of it and I am looking to pass some of my knowledge onto you.
Weather affects everyone whether it's a snowstorm in the winter or a thunderstorm in the summer. Trying to figure out Mother Nature is a daunting task and this class is just the beginning in understanding the atmosphere in which we live.
I am here for students if they have any questions. If you don't understand a subject please ask. If you don't understand, the odds are there is someone else who is confused as well.

With my experience in Meteorology, I am able to put a twist on the subject matter. I will also be able to give you some insight about television meteorology.
I have been working in Meteorology for more than 30 years, including several television stations in the Northeast.
I have been at News12 Long Island since September 2002. You can check out my website; www.richhoffman.net.
I am also open to suggestions, if there is certain topic you would like me to cover please ask.

1. CLIMATE AND THE ATMOSPHERE
A. Nature of the Atmosphere
B. Origin of the Atmosphere
C. Composition and levels of the Atmosphere

2. HEAT AND TEMPERATURES
A. The Radiation Budget
B. Variability of Insolation
C. Air Temperature and its Measurements
D. Horizontal and Vertical Temperature Distribution

3. ATMOSPHERIC MOISTURE
A. Water Vapor & Humidity Measurements
C. Physical Changes of State of Water
D. Clouds: Their Formation and Classification
E. Precipitation: Forms, Processes & Types
F.Observations of Precipitation and Distribution of Precipitation

4. MOTION IN THE ATMOSPHERE
A. Atmospheric Pressure
B. Pressure - Vertical and Horizontal Relationships
C. Pressure and Wind
D. General Atmospheric Circulation plus Upper-Level Waves and Jet Streams
E. Seasonal Changes - Monsoons - Oceanic Circulation

5. WEATHER DISTURBANCES
A. Properties of Air Masses
B. Air Mass Identification and Analysis
C. Stability and Instability
D. Air Mass Source Regions and Classification
E. Weather fronts
F. Anticyclone and Cyclones
G. Tropical Storms
H. Thunderstorms
I. Tornadoes and Waterspouts
J. The Weather Map and Regional Weather Patterns