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Climate and analysis methodologies. Climate models and measurements. Elements of programming

Holton, J. (1992). An introduction to Dynamic Meteorology. Academic Press.

Sorbjan, Z. (1989). Structure of the Atmospheric Boundary Layer. Prentice Hall.

Stull, R. (1988). An introduction to Boundary Layer Meteorology. Kluwer Academic Publishers.

Introduction to the quantitative study of the atmosphere and processes related to climate change. Ability to process data and models. Understanding of physical processes related to climate

Climate and environmental physics

Lectures and computer-based exercises. Team work on proposed practical problems

Students with physical disabilities, Learning Disabilities or Special Education Needs can request
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e agli Studenti, consulting the University webpage: https://www.uniupo.it/en/services/services-
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Students with disabilities, learning disabilities or special education needs, once they have contacted the University Staff, can refer to the tutor in charge of the course to define the examination
modalities, concerning academic aspects.

The written exam consists of two open-ended questions on topics covered during the lectures. Examples can be found on DIR.
The first question concerns the theoretical topics covered in class. It is mandatory to use mathematical formulas and perform the steps covered in class. Answers to the questions must be comprehensive but no longer than one page. In addition to content, the ability to summarise and grasp the essential points will be evaluated.

The second question concerns the R programming language used in the exercises. In particular, one of the commands or sequences of commands presented in class is required.

The written exam mark is averaged with that of the report on the exercises with the R language carried out in class. The final mark is the arithmetic mean.
If this average exceeds or is equal to 31, honours will be awarded.

The equations of atmospheric motion: continuity equation, Navier-Stokes equations, energy equation; potential temperature and equation of state; virtual temperature; geostrophic motion and thermal wind; insights into the physics of climate; practical exercises: how to imprint an atmospheric model, how to analyse atmospheric data.

Knowledge and Understanding: The student will be able to understand processes related to atmospheric and climatic phenomena and will have learned techniques to study them. He/she will also have acquired knowledge of geophysical aspects.

Ability to apply knowledge and understanding: the student should be able to perform data analysis and implement atmospheric models by working in groups on practical problems.