Atmospheric Physics
15 credits
Syllabus, Master's level, 1ME401
A revised version of the syllabus is available.
- Code
- 1ME401
- Education cycle
- Second cycle
- Main field(s) of study and in-depth level
- Earth Science A1N, Physics A1N
- Grading system
- Fail (U), Pass (3), Pass with credit (4), Pass with distinction (5)
- Finalised by
- The Faculty Board of Science and Technology, 20 April 2009
- Responsible department
- Department of Earth Sciences
Entry requirements
120 credits and at least 35 credits in mathematics and 35 credits in physics
Learning outcomes
After the course the student shall be able to
- describe the vertical structure of the atmosphere and its chemical composition
- describe radiation processes in the atmosphere and write a simple energy balance
- describe the green house effect from a physical/chemical perspective
- apply thermodynamics on dry and humid air
- determine if the atmosphere is stable or unstable from a vertical temperature profile
- describe how precipitation is created
- explain how motion (wind) is created in the atmosphere
- perform weather observations
Content
The content of this course will depend on the students prior knowledge in meteorology.
Instruction
Lectures and practical assignments
Assessment
Written examination