Course Description

This course introduces students to the fundamentals of climatology, agro-meteorology, biogeography, and climate change, with emphasis on relationships between climate, agriculture, ecosystems, and biodiversity. The course integrates remote sensing and Google Earth Engine (GEE) for spatial analysis of climate and vegetation, using Nigeria—particularly the Niger Delta—as the primary case study. Students gain both theoretical understanding and practical skills for climate analysis, agricultural applications, and climate change adaptation.

Learning Outcomes

At the end of the course, students should be able to:

1. Explain the concepts of climatology, agro-meteorology, biogeography, and climate change.
2. Describe relationships between climate, hydrology, biogeography, and agriculture.
3. Identify and analyze elements and controls of climate.
4. Explain climate–plant–soil relationships.
5. Understand adaptation mechanisms in plants and animals.
6. Explain principles of biodiversity conservation and ecosystem sustainability.
7. Apply remote sensing and Google Earth Engine to analyze climate and vegetation patterns.