2011-2012 University Catalog 
  
2011-2012 University Catalog

CLIM 713 - Atmosphere-Ocean Interactions

Credits: 3 (NR)
Provides comprehensive observational and mechanistic understanding of El Niño and Southern Oscillation (ENSO) phenomena. Topics include observations and theories of seasonal and interannual changes in ocean circulation and temperature and interactions with atmosphere; equations of motion and theories of wind-driven circulation; mixed layer observations and theories; midlatitude and equatorial ocean waves; interannual variability and atmosphere-ocean coupling; and tropical oceanography and meteorology.

Prerequisite(s): CLIM 712 or 711 or equivalent, or permission of instructor.

Hours of Lecture or Seminar per week: 3
Hours of Lab or Studio per week: 0