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EAE5023 · Atmospheric modelling
2026 Handbook6 credit pointsLevel 5School of Earth, Atmosphere and Environment
Last checked: 23 Aug 2026 UTCOverview
The unit will introduce you to the design of global atmospheric models as they are used in Numerical weather prediction, seasonal prediction and climate simulation. It provides a basic understanding of all aspects of global atmospheric modelling. It describes the modelling techniques required to apply the fundamental equations that govern atmospheric flow in the settings of a modern General circulation model. It begins by reviewing the relevant equations and applying numerical techniques to their solution. It then covers the representation of key physical processes by means of parametrization. Finally, it covers techniques for evaluating the performance of models in representing key features of the climate.
Offerings
| Campus | Teaching period | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Clayton | First semester | Teaching activities are on-campus (ON-CAMPUS) |
Assessment
The Handbook lists an examination for this unit.
| # | Assessment | Type | Weight | Hurdle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Assignments | Written | 40% | — |
| 2 | Research paper review | Written | 10% | — |
| 3 | Examination (2 hours and 10 minute3s) | Examination | 50% | — |
Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.
Requisites
The Handbook lists no prerequisite, corequisite or prohibition for this unit.
Learning outcomes
- Appraise the governing equations of global atmospheric flow and their numerical implementation in models;
- Apply principles of representing sub-grid scale processes in global models;
- Assess the basic performance of global models against observations
- Critically analyse the scientific literature in model evaluation and development.
Workload
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