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701-1221-00L 4 Credits BSC , DR , MSC D-USYS , D-ERDW , D-BAUG , D-MAVT , D-INFK , D-MTEC , D-MATH , D-PHYS , D-BIOL , D-GESS , D-ITET , D-ARCH , D-CHAB
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Dynamics of large-scale atmospheric flow

Lecturers & Examiners: Prof. em. Dr. Huw Cathan Davies, Dr. Mischa Croci-Maspoli
VVZ CR 4.4

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Abstract

Dynamic, synoptic Meteorology

Objective

Understanding the dynamics of large-scale atmospheric flow

Content

Dynamical Meteorology is concerned with the dynamical processes of the earth's atmosphere. The fundamental equations of motion in the atmosphere will be discussed along with the dynamics and interactions of synoptic system - i.e. the low and high pressure systems that determine our weather. The motion of such systems can be understood in terms of quasi-geostrophic theory. The lecture course provides a derivation of the mathematical basis along with some interpretations and applications of the concept.

Resources

Lecture Notes

Dynamical Meteorology

Literature

- Pichler H., Dynamik der Atmosphäre, Bibliographisches Institut, 456 pp. 1984. - Holton J.R., An introduction to Dynamic Meteorogy. Academic Press, third edition 1992.

General Information

Language
English
Levels
BSC , DR , MSC
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
session examination
Mode
written 60 minutes
Aids
Keine

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture Dynamics of large-scale atmospheric flow
  • Tue 15:15-17:00 (CHN F 46)
2 h weekly
exercise Dynamics of large-scale atmospheric flow
  • Tue 17:15-18:00 (CHN F 46)
1 h weekly

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