Christopher Towe | Ohio University

Christopher T. Towe
Meteorologist / Instructor
Department of Geography
College of Arts and Sciences
Fall office hours: T,Th 1:00 p.m.-3.00 p.m.
towe@ohio.edu
(740) 593-1151
(740) 590-6328

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Ohio University
Ohio University Lancaster
Department of Geography
Scalia Laboratory for Atmospheric Analysis

Research: microclimatology, GIS, weather forecasting, global climate change
I assumed my current position within the Department of Geography at Ohio University in August of 2005. My teaching responsibilities include introduction to weather, meteorology, climatology, physical geography, and GIS & mapping sciences. Prior to my appointment, I served as Associate Director of the Scalia Laboratory for Atmospheric Analysis at Ohio University from June of 2003 to August of 2005 teaching observations meteorology and forecasting. I obtained both my B.S. and M.A. in Geography from Ohio University. I transferred here from the University of Alaska Fairbanks in 1999. I served 8 years active duty Air Force with service in Operation Desert Storm in 1990 and 1991. Ohio University's meteorology track is an Air Force certified program for future military meteorologists in the ROTC program.
Current research focuses on climate change and latent effects and feedbacks of a changing atmospheric composition. Working at the Scalia Laboratory for Atmospheric Analysis offers an opportunity to participate in a project to increase resolution for forecast modeling. As Associate Director, past research focused on the collection of cold air in low lying areas within complex terrain in SE Ohio. This research developed threshold values for various parameters that influence minimum temperatures within a high resolution microclimate during the development of nocturnal katabatic flows.

Teaching Schedule for the 2008-09 Academic Year:
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Winter 2009

Geog 302/502: Meteorology
M,T,W,Th 1:10 p.m.-3:00 p.m.
Lab T,Th 11:10 a.m.-1:00 p.m. call # 11227
Clippinger 402 (Scalia Lab)
Course Description:
General survey of meteorology with focus on physical principles explaining weather change. 4 lec, one 2-hr, Web-based lab. Credit not allowed for both 202 and 302.
Geog 302 Syllabus
Geog 302 Lecture Schedule
Geog 302 Exam Study Guide

Geog 268: GIS & Mapping Sciences
Course Description:
Introduction to spatial analysis and mapping techniques applied to geographical problems. Emphasis on acquiring basic skills by using geographic information systems.
Geog 268 Syllabus

Spring 2009

Geog 101: Physical Geography
*Lancaster Campus*
Course Description:
Systematic survey of temperature, precipitation, atmospheric and oceanic circulation, and global systems of climate, soils, natural vegetation, and landforms. 4 lec, one 2-hr lab.
Geog 101 Syllabus

Geog 268: GIS & Mapping Sciences
Course Description:
Introduction to spatial analysis and mapping techniques applied to geographical problems. Emphasis on acquiring basic skills by using geographic information systems.

Geog 268: GIS & Mapping Sciences
*Lancaster Campus*
Course Description:
Introduction to spatial analysis and mapping techniques applied to geographical problems. Emphasis on acquiring basic skills by using geographic information systems.

Geog 303: Climatology
Course Description:
General survey of meteorology with focus on physical principles explaining weather change. 4 lec, one 2-hr, Web-based lab. Credit not allowed for both 202 and 302.

All Courses Taught:

Geog 101: Physical Geography
Geog 202: Introduction to Weather
Geog 268: GIS & Mapping Sciences
Geog 302: Meteorology
Geog 303: Climatology
Geog 304: Observations Meteorology
Geog 305: Practicum in Meteorology Forecasting
Geog 490: Geographic Studies

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