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Weather and Climate Systems (ATOC20001)
Undergraduate level 2Points: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)
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Semester 1
Email: kevin.walsh@unimelb.edu.au
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This subject deals with weather systems ranging from global to human scales; the general circulation of the ocean and atmosphere; mesoscale systems and severe local weather; mid-latitude systems: extra-tropical cyclones and anti-cyclones; and low latitude systems: subtropical and tropical cyclones, heat lows and monsoons.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this subject, students will have learnt to:
- describe the drivers of the Earth’s weather systems over spatial scales ranging from local to global
- analyse the interactions of atmospheric phenomena at various scales
- interpret standard Bureau of Meteorology products
- describe and implement observational techniques for measuring weather
Generic skills
Students who successfully complete this subject will:
- demonstrate a high level of achievement in writing and problem-solving
- apply analytical, quantitative and technical skills to problem solving
- reflect and critique information as life-long learners
- demonstrate excellent organisational, planning and time management skills
- apply knowledge, skills and attitude to adapt to scientific, technological and social changes
- examine critically, synthesise and evaluate knowledge across a broad range of disciplines
Last updated: 1 March 2024