Meteorology (Minor)
The Meteorology minor builds a strong foundation in weather and climate science through courses in analysis, thermodynamics, mesoscale and synoptic meteorology. Designed to pair with majors like Physics or Math, it meets government educational standards for employment in meteorology, preparing students for forecasting, research or graduate study in atmospheric science.
This program was approved for students entering the university in the Summer 2025-Spring 2026 catalog year. For more information about catalog year, go to Catalog Year Information.
Minor in Meteorology
Unit: College of Arts and Sciences (AS)
Department: Geographic and Environmental Sciences
Academic Plan Code(s): METEMINOR
The minor in Meteorology is designed to provide an opportunity for students to pursue operational meteorology and potential careers in meteorology. This minor, when paired with a B.S. degree in Physics or Math, would fulfill government educational requirements for employment.
Program Requirements
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ENVS 220 | Introduction to Weather and Climate - S | 3 |
| ENVS 305 | Introduction to Weather Analysis | 3 |
| ENVS 370 | Thermodynamic Meteorology | 3 |
| ENVS 465 | Mesoscale Meteorology | 3 |
| ENVS 469 | Synoptic Meteorology | 3 |
| ENVS 590 | Selected Topics in Geosciences | 3 |
| Minimum Total Hours | 18 | |
At least three (3) semester hours of the requirements for a minor must be successfully completed while enrolled in the University of Louisville.