SIO 178. Geophysical Fluid Dynamics (4 units)
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Description
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: PHYS 2C and SIO 177 and MATH 18 or MATH 20F or MATH 31AH or consent of instructor.
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Successor courses
No courses have SIO 178 as a prerequisite.