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Introduction to Atmospheric Physics and Dynamics

This course will provide a quantitative view of atmospheric thermodynamics and dynamics, supplemented with frequent real-world examples of the phenomena of interest. During the first six weeks of the semester we will consider the thermodynamics of both dry and moist air and the processes that lead to convection in the atmosphere. Next we will consider the forces acting on the atmosphere and derive the equations that govern large-scale atmospheric motions. Scale analysis of these equations will allow us to identify several classes of atmospheric flows. The concepts of circulation and vorticity will then be discussed with examples of sea breezes and flows over mountains.

Professor: Dr. John Cassano
Classroom: Duane Physics Room E126
Meeting Time: TR 9:30-10:45AM
Class web site: http://atoc.colorado.edu/~cassano/atoc5050
Office Hours: Tuesdays 11:00AM-12:00PM, Wednesdays 2:00PM-3:00PM, and by appointment
Office Location: Ekeley S331
e-mail: john.cassano@colorado.edu
Phone: 303-492-2221