SIO 173Dynamics of the Atmosphere and Climate
Introduction to the dynamical principles governing the atmosphere and climate using observations, numerical models, and theory to understand atmospheric circulation, weather systems, severe storms, marine layer, Santa Ana winds, El Niño, climate variability, and other phenomena.
Prerequisites
From the catalog: “MATH 20E and PHYS 2C, or consent of instructor.”
Where it sits in degree plans
One of the options in (3)
- Mechanical Engineering with a Specialization in Fluid Mechanics and Thermal Systems (B.S.)
- Mechanical Engineering with a Specialization in Renewable Energy and Environmental Flows (B.S.)
- Oceanic and Atmospheric Sciences (B.S.)