EAE5033 · Atmospheric science coursework D

Overview

You will study two selected topics in atmospheric science or closely related fields. These topics underpin much of modern atmospheric science. Through your study of these topics, you will develop an advanced understanding of the discipline and acquire the skills to operate professionally in the area. The selected topics come from the list: • Boundary Layer Meteorology • General Circulation of the Atmosphere • Remote Sensing • Climate Modelling and Analysis • Statistics for Climate Science • Atmospheric Modelling • Dynamical Meteorology • Ocean Circulation and Dynamics • Other topics as available

Areas of study: Atmospheric Science

Offerings

Assessment

The Handbook lists an examination for this unit.

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

1. Critically read and evaluate the scientific literature in atmospheric science and closely related fields;
2. Demonstrate an advanced understanding of the physical, dynamical and thermodynamic process responsible for our weather and climate;
3. Demonstrate an understanding of the anticipated changes to these processes in a warming world and the implications of these changes to our weather and climate;
4. Use modern theory and computation techniques to analyse observations and model output relevant to atmospheric science and closely related fields;
5. Communicate the contemporary understanding of the field to a wide audience.

Workload

Approximately 6 hours of on-campus classes per week, plus 18 hours of self-directed activities including readings and videos in preparation for class, weekly exercises, assignments, study and revision.

Student experience, not official rules. Nothing here changes what the Handbook says.