ATM S 441 Autumn 1999

Atmospheric Motions I

Instructor: Professor J. R. Holton
306 Atmospheric Sciences Bldg., 543-4010
holton@atmos.washington.edu

Lectures: MWF, 10:30-11:20 AM, ATG 610.

Text:An Introduction to Dynamic Meteorology, by J.R. Holton, 3rd edition, Academic Press, 1992.

Purpose of Course:

To utilize the principles of fluid dynamics to develop an understanding of why large-scale midlatitude weather systems behave as is observed. For example, why do upper level winds tend to blow parallel to the isobars? And why do troughs, instead of ridges, tend to bring unsettled weather?

Course Outline

Grading

Midterms (2) 20% each, Final 30%, Homework 30%.

NOTE: No makeup tests will be provided unless absence is excused in advance! (In emergency, message can be left with Departmental office at 543-4250, or e-mail to: holton@atmos.washington.edu

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