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  • 1.00 Credits

    Detailed synthesis of dynamic, thermodynamic and microphysical principles in relation to current weather. Emphasis on quantitative interpretation of the various hydrodynamic equations which characterize the behavior and forecasting of weather patterns. Oral discussion and forecast. Dual listed with ATSC 5190. Prerequisite: ATSC 4180.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Focuses on the ocean as a system. Objective is the development of interdisciplinary understanding of marine processes, especially those processes occurring along coastal margins. Emphasis is on the development of quantitative models and their use in understanding anthropogenic impact on ocean resources. Dual listed with ATSC 5320. Prerequisites: MATH 2310, PHYS 1310, CHEM 1030, ES 3060 (or ES 3070), LIFE 1010, senior standing or higher.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Quantitative and descriptive study of processes effecting exchanges of energy, momentum, gases, and particles between the atmosphere and the bio/geosphere, including the effects of plant cover, land use changes, diurnal and seasonal cycles, turbulence, boundary layer structure, local weather, and climate. Instrumentation and techniques also discussed. Prerequisites: MATH 2200 and PHYS 1110 and 1120 or 1310 and 1320, plus BOT 4400 or 4700 or REWM 4540.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Global atmospheric and oceanic circulations, radiation balance, water balance and hydrologic cycle, energy balance, energy and moisture transport, evaporation and evapotranspiration, energetic processes, and theories of climate change. Dual listed with ATSC 5400. Prerequisites: MATH 2200, PHYS 1310, and CHEM 1020.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Quantitative and descriptive study of processes effecting exchanges of energy, momentum, gases, and particles between the atmosphere and the bio/geosphere, including the effects of plant cover, land use changes, diurnal and seasonal cycles, turbulence, boundary layer structure, local weather, and climate. Instrumentation and techniques also discussed. Prerequisites: ATSC 4010 and either MICR 2021 or LIFE 2022 or LIFE 2023.
  • 3.00 Credits

    An independent research experience for undergraduate students enrolled in the Engineering Honors Program. Before registering for this class, students are responsible for discussing their interests with faculty, identifying a willing research mentor, obtaining approval by said mentor, and communicating the student/faculty partnership tot he appropriate staff in their home department. Must be in the Engineering Honors Program. Cross listed with BE/CE/CHE/COSC/ES/ESE/PETE 4580. Prerequisite: junior or senior standing.
  • 2.00 - 6.00 Credits

    Independent research in atmospheric science under supervision of an atmospheric science faculty member. Projects are possible in the fields of cloud and aerosol physics, radar meteorology, mesoscale dynamics, and stratospheric chemistry. Participation in field work, involving the UW aviation or stratospheric ballooning facilities, is a possibility. Research results are summarized in a report. Prerequisites: ATSC 4000 and 4100, plus consent from advising faculty.
  • 1.00 - 3.00 Credits

    Independent study of a particular problem or phase of atmospheric science, or presentation of reviews and discussion of current advances in atmospheric science investigations. Prerequisites: ATSC 4010, 4031, and 4035.
  • 1.00 Credits

    Solar and terrestrial radiation, heat transfer and the energy budget of the earth-atmosphere system, the laws of thermodynamics with emphasis on their application to atmospheric processes. Atmospheric statics, thermo-dynamics of dry and moist air, and atmospheric convective processes. Prerequisite: MATH 2210 and [MATH 2310 or PHYS 4830]. Dual listed with ATSC 4000.
  • 2.00 Credits

    First and second laws of thermodynamics applied to energy transformations in the atmosphere. Investigated are: air saturating processes, conserved temperatures, dry air entrainment into clouds, and first and second law applications in atmospheric models. Prerequisites: MATH2210, PHYS1310 and 1320 (or equivalent).