EAE3121 Physical meteorology
Faculty of Science
EAE3121 Physical meteorology is a level 3, 6-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Science, offered in 2022 in Semester 1 at Clayton. It has no prerequisites.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2022
- Semester 1
- Clayton
- Assessment
- Exam 60%
- and 3 other tasks
This is the 2022 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Requisites
Overview
Physical meteorology examines the major physical forces that affect the behaviour of the atmosphere, specifically radiative transfer and precipitation. The radiative transfer section focuses on the scattering, absorption and emission of radiant energy within the atmosphere and how this knowledge is exploited by remote satellite and ground-based instrumentation. The cloud microphysics section focuses on the development of precipitation, as well as the interaction between clouds and aerosols.
Offerings in 2022
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| First semester | Clayton | On campus |
Assessment
- Project 1 - Radiative transfer modellingOther10%
- Project 2 - Oplet spectrum analysisOther10%
- Mid-semester testsIn class test20%
- Examination (2 hours and 10 minutes)Exam60%
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
Describe the physical theory of precipitation and radiation in the atmosphere and apply these principles to weather radar and satellite imagery using mathematical models;
- 2
Demonstrate skills in using mathematical techniques to understand the physics of the atmosphere;
- 3
Demonstrate high-level knowledge of the important techniques and terminology in physical meteorology;
- 4
Demonstrate competence in information technology, data handling, and laboratory skills;
- 5
Analyse and solve problems in physical meteorology;
- 6
Explain physical meteorology concepts, processes and results to diverse audiences.
Workload and teaching
- Laboratories24 hours
- Lectures36 hours
- Teaching approachActive learning
- Teaching approachProblem-based learning
- Teaching approachPeer assisted learning
- Three 1-hour lectures
- One 2-hour laboratory/support class and
- Seven hours of private study/research time per week
Where it fits
EAE3121 is part of 3 areas of study in the 2022 handbook.
Contacts
- Unit Coordinators
- Professor Steven Siems
- Chief Examiners
- Professor Steven Siems
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for EAE3121?
EAE3121 has no prerequisites, but enrolment rules apply.
When is EAE3121 offered?
In 2022, EAE3121 runs in Semester 1 at Clayton.
Does EAE3121 have an exam?
Yes. The exam is worth 60% of the final mark, alongside 3 other tasks.
Which majors and minors include EAE3121?
EAE3121 is part of Climate and atmospheric science.