EAE2122 Introduction to atmospheric physics and dynamics
Faculty of Science
EAE2122 Introduction to atmospheric physics and dynamics is a level 2, 6-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Science, offered in 2020 in Semester 2 at Clayton. It has no prerequisites and unlocks 4 units.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2020
- Semester 2
- Clayton
- Assessment
- Exam 50%
- and 5 other tasks
This is the 2020 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Requisites
Before EAE2122
No prerequisites or corequisites besides the enrolment rules below.
After EAE2122
4 units list EAE2122 as a prerequisite or corequisite.
Overview
This unit examines atmospheric thermodynamics and dynamics, including cloud processes, the dynamics and prediction of severe storms (including tornadoes and tropical cyclones), the structure and evolution of extra-tropical cyclones and their associated fronts, and the techniques used in forecasting the day-to-day weather.
Offerings in 2020
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Second semester | Clayton | On campus |
Assessment
- Homework10%
- Assignment 110%
- Assignment 210%
- Test 110%
- Test 210%
- Examination (2 hours and 10 minutes)50%
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
Describe the basic thermodynamics of the atmosphere and the forces acting upon it, and explain how these forces lead to atmospheric motions;
- 2
Identify and describe the main processes leading to the formation of clouds;
- 3
Distinguish and classify different cloud types;
- 4
Apply conceptual knowledge of the atmosphere to real-life weather systems, including severe storms, tornadoes and tropical cyclones, and use appropriate techniques for forecasting day-to-day weather;
- 5
Integrate key concepts of atmospheric physics and dynamics to analyse and solve quantitative meteorological problems
- 6
Interpret quantitative meteorological information using appropriate mathematical, statistical, and graphical tools.
Workload and teaching
- Tutorials24 hours
- Lectures35 hours
- Teaching approachActive learning
- Three hours of lectures
- One 2-hour tutorial per week
Where it fits
EAE2122 is part of 5 areas of study in the 2020 handbook.
Contacts
- Chief Examiners
- Dr Bethan White
- Unit Coordinators
- Dr Bethan White
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for EAE2122?
EAE2122 has no prerequisites, but enrolment rules apply.
What can I take after EAE2122?
EAE2122 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 4 units, including EAE3121, EAE3132, EAE3142 and EAE3152.
When is EAE2122 offered?
In 2020, EAE2122 runs in Semester 2 at Clayton.
Does EAE2122 have an exam?
Yes. The exam is worth 50% of the final mark, alongside 5 other tasks.
Which majors and minors include EAE2122?
EAE2122 is part of Atmospheric science and Earth science.