CLI2110 Physics of Climate (FOSCI)

Semester 1 (ONC)Toowoomba (EXT)Toowoomba

Units 1.0 (Atmospheric Sciences) Band 2

Pre-requisite: (CLI1110 or PHY1102) and MAT2100

Synopsis

The course describes the physical processes underlying the behaviour of the atmosphere and ocean, and the way the atmosphere and ocean interact. Topics covered include the physical laws involved in climate, weather, atmospheric and oceanic stability and instability, synoptic-scale processes, energy in the climate system, and the hydrological cycle. Access to the internet is required.