Atmospheric Physics
This course is part of the programme
Doctoral study programme Physics
Doctoral study programme Physics
Objectives and competences
The aim of this course is to introduce the students the basic physical processes in the atmosphere and their impact on weather and climate phenomena.
Prerequisites
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Content
The contents of the course includes an overview of basic chapters of Atmospheric Physics:
Intended learning outcomes
Students will apply their basic knowledge in thermodynamics, radiation and dynamics to the physical properties of the atmosphere and their impact on weather and climate.
Readings
Basic:
- J. M. Wallace & P. V. Hobbs, Atmospheric Science – An Introductury Survey (Chapters 1, 3, 4, 6, 7), Elsevier / Academic Press, 2nd edition Catalogue E-version
Additional:
- D. G. Andrewa, 2000. Introduction to Atmospheric Physics (Chapters 1, 2, 3, 4, 5), Cambridge University Press, 1st edition E-version
- J. Houghton, 2002. The Physics of Atmospheres (Chapters, 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 7, 8, 10), Cambridge University Press, 1st edition Catalogue E-version
- M. L. Salby, 1996. Fundamentals of Atmospheric Physics (All Chapters), Elsevier / Academic Press, 1st edition Catalogue E-version
Assessment
Grading of written seminar (50), oral exam (50)
Lecturer's references
Associate professor of Meteorology at the University of Nova Gorica.