Advanced Dynamical Meteorology (ATOC90012)

Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5Off Campus

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The aim of the subject is to explore the basic dynamical principles governing flow in a rotating frame of reference (the Earth's frame of reference), and to use these principles to understand the large-scale dynamics of the atmosphere.

Intended learning outcomes

On completion of this subject students will be able to:

  • Explain the relationship between the equations describing the general circulation and observed phenomena; and
  • Understand advanced techniques of analysis and theories of the maintenance of the general circulation.

Generic skills

Upon completion of this subject, students should have gained the following generic skills:

  • Exercise critical judgement;
  • Undertake rigorous and independent thinking;
  • Adopt a problem-solving approach to new and unfamiliar tasks; and
  • Develop high-level written report and/or oral presentation skills.

Last updated: 4 March 2025