ATMO.4160 Advanced Atmospheric Dynamics (Formerly 85.416)

Id: 007789 Credits: 3-3

Description

Atmospheric turbulence and boundary layer equations. Secondary circulation and spindown. Quasi-geostrophic prediction, diagnosis of vertical motion, and baroclinic disturbances. Atmospheric oscillations and perturbation theory. Hydrodynamic instability, baroclinic instability, and baroclinic waves.

Prerequisites

Pre-Req: ATMO.4150 Atmospheric Dynamics.

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