SIO 178Geophysical Fluid Dynamics
This course provides an introductory look at physical principles governing ocean currents and atmospheric flow. Topics may include large-scale circulation, ocean eddies, atmospheric storms systems, coastal upwelling, equatorial dynamics, and internal waves.
Prerequisites
From the catalog: “PHYS 2C and SIO 177 and MATH 18 or MATH 20F or MATH 31AH 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.)