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Erinanne Saffell, Ph.D.

Residential Faculty - Meteorology / Climatology

Cultural Science, Philosophy & Religious Studies

Cultural Science, Philosophy & Religious Studies

Office: SC 14 - Room: 61

480-461-7035

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Geography | Weather | Climate  "Geography is the only subject that asks you to look at the world and try to make sense of it." Pierce F. Lewis, Professor Emeritus of Geography

Classes Taught

Fall 2024

GPH113 Introduction to Physical Geography 4 Credits

Earth's physical processes and impacts on human environments via the atmosphere, biosphere, lithosphere and hydrosphere. Topics and practical experiences include severe weather, climate change, biomes and ecosystems, landform processes; mountain building and erosion by rivers, glaciers, waves and wind, topographic maps. Prerequisites: None.
General Education Designations: Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
13477

Online Course
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
08/19/2024 – 10/11/2024

Class Ended

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 13477 Students may contact instructor at: erinanne.saffell@mesacc.edu

This class is a Zero-Textbook-Cost Course, also known as a "Z Class." You will have access to class materials online without having to purchase a textbook.

Lab Notes: Students registering for class 13477 must also register for .
13478

Online Course
Online (On Your Time)
Lab
08/19/2024 – 10/11/2024

Class Ended

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 13478 Students may contact instructor at: erinanne.saffell@mesacc.edu

This class is a Zero-Textbook-Cost Course, also known as a "Z Class." You will have access to class materials online without having to purchase a textbook.

Lecture Notes: Students registering for class 13478 must also register for .
GPH213 Climate and Weather 3 Credits

Study of atmospheric phenomena over periods of time measured in months, years or longer. Includes average weather conditions, infrequent and unusual types of weather, and the influence of weather on the cultural and human landscape. Prerequisites: None.
General Education Designations: Natural Sciences General [SG]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
14790

Online Course
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
08/19/2024 – 10/11/2024

Class Ended

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 14790 Students may contact instructor at: erinanne.saffell@mesacc.edu

Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.
GPH215 Climate and Weather Laboratory 1 Credits

A mathematical, statistical, and spatial analysis of climatological phenomena.

Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: GPH213.
General Education Designations: Natural Sciences General [SG]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
14791

Online Course
Online (On Your Time)
Lab
08/19/2024 – 10/11/2024

Class Ended

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 14791 Students may contact instructor at: erinanne.saffell@mesacc.edu

Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.

Fall Flex Start 2024

GPH113 Introduction to Physical Geography 4 Credits

Earth's physical processes and impacts on human environments via the atmosphere, biosphere, lithosphere and hydrosphere. Topics and practical experiences include severe weather, climate change, biomes and ecosystems, landform processes; mountain building and erosion by rivers, glaciers, waves and wind, topographic maps. Prerequisites: None.
General Education Designations: Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
14959

Online Course
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
10/14/2024 – 12/13/2024

Closed

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 14959 Students may contact instructor at: erinanne.saffell@mesacc.edu

This class is a Zero-Textbook-Cost Course, also known as a "Z Class." You will have access to class materials online without having to purchase a textbook.

Lab Notes: Students registering for class 14959 must also register for .
14960

Online Course
Online (On Your Time)
Lab
10/14/2024 – 12/13/2024

Closed

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 14960 Students may contact instructor at: erinanne.saffell@mesacc.edu

This class is a Zero-Textbook-Cost Course, also known as a "Z Class." You will have access to class materials online without having to purchase a textbook.

Lecture Notes: Students registering for class 14960 must also register for .

Spring 2025

GPH113 Introduction to Physical Geography 4 Credits

Earth's physical processes and impacts on human environments via the atmosphere, biosphere, lithosphere and hydrosphere. Topics and practical experiences include severe weather, climate change, biomes and ecosystems, landform processes; mountain building and erosion by rivers, glaciers, waves and wind, topographic maps. Prerequisites: None.
General Education Designations: Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
26330

Online Course
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
01/13/2025 – 03/07/2025

Open

8 of 30
Seats Available

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.

Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.

Class 26330 Students may contact instructor at erinanne.saffell@mesacc.edu.

Lab Notes: Students registering for class 26330 must also register for .
26331

Online Course
Online (On Your Time)
Lab
01/13/2025 – 03/07/2025

Open

8 of 30
Seats Available

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.

Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.

Class 26331 Students may contact instructor at erinanne.saffell@mesacc.edu.

Lecture Notes: Students registering for class 26331 must also register for .
GPH212 Introduction to Meteorology I 3 Credits

Atmospheric processes and elements. General and local circulation, heat exchange and atmospheric moisture. Prerequisites: None.
General Education Designations: Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
27321

Online Course
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
01/13/2025 – 03/07/2025

Open

1 of 25
Seats Available

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.

Class 27321 Students may contact instructor at: erinanne.saffell@mesacc.edu
GPH214 Introduction to Meteorology Laboratory I 1 Credits

Basic meteorological and climatological measurements.

Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: GPH212.
General Education Designations: Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
27328

Online Course
Online (On Your Time)
Lab
01/13/2025 – 03/07/2025

Open

3 of 25
Seats Available

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.

Class 27328 Students may contact instructor at: erinanne.saffell@mesacc.edu

Spring Flex Start 2025

GPH113 Introduction to Physical Geography 4 Credits

Earth's physical processes and impacts on human environments via the atmosphere, biosphere, lithosphere and hydrosphere. Topics and practical experiences include severe weather, climate change, biomes and ecosystems, landform processes; mountain building and erosion by rivers, glaciers, waves and wind, topographic maps. Prerequisites: None.
General Education Designations: Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
26303

Online Course
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
03/17/2025 – 05/09/2025

Open

22 of 30
Seats Available

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.

Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.

Class 26303 Students may contact instructor at: erinanne.saffell@mesacc.edu

Lab Notes: Students registering for class 26303 must also register for .
26304

Online Course
Online (On Your Time)
Lab
03/17/2025 – 05/09/2025

Open

22 of 30
Seats Available

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.

Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.

Class 26304 Students may contact instructor at: erinanne.saffell@mesacc.edu

Lecture Notes: Students registering for class 26304 must also register for .

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