EAE3152 Dynamical meteorology
Faculty of Science
EAE3152 Dynamical meteorology is a level 3, 6-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Science, offered in 2026 in Semester 2 at Clayton. It has no prerequisites.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2026
- Semester 2
- Clayton
- Assessment
- Exam 50%
- and 2 other tasks
This is the 2026 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Requisites
Overview
The study of air motion in the Earth’s atmosphere that is associated with weather and climate in the midlatitudes and tropics. Topics to be studied include: the equation of motion; scale analysis and balanced flows; structure and stability of the atmosphere; circulation and vorticity; waves; the dynamics of midlatitude and tropical weather systems.
Offerings in 2026
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Second semester | Clayton | On campus |
Assessment
- QuizzesQuiz / Test20%
- AssignmentsWritten30%
- Final assessment - Exam (2 hours and 10 minutes)Examination50%
Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
Discuss the physical theory of the motion of the atmosphere and how it can be constructed from basic principles using mathematical analysis;
- 2
Demonstrate skills in using mathematical techniques to understand the dynamics of the atmosphere;
- 3
Demonstrate high-level knowledge of the important techniques and terminology in dynamical meteorology;
- 4
Apply knowledge to analyse and solve problems in dynamical meteorology.
Workload and teaching
- Laboratories24 hours
- Lectures36 hours
- Teaching approachActive learning
- Three hours of pre-class activities. These will be a mix of pre-recorded videos, activities and readings;
- One 2-hour laboratory/support class and
- Private study/research time per week.
The core material is covered in the lectures. You will apply and reinforce this knowledge by solving relevant problems in the laboratories.
Where it fits
EAE3152 is part of 4 areas of study in the 2026 handbook.
- ATMOSCI07Part A. Foundation studiesAtmospheric scienceNo reviews yet
- CLATMSCI02Additional climate and atmospheric science unitsClimate and atmospheric scienceNo reviews yet
- CLATMSCI04Climate and atmospheric science unitsClimate and atmospheric scienceNo reviews yet
- CLATMSCI05Additional Climate and atmospheric science unitsClimate and atmospheric scienceNo reviews yet
Contacts
- Chief Examiners
- Dr Julia Windmiller
- Unit Coordinators
- Dr Julia Windmiller
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for EAE3152?
EAE3152 has no prerequisites, but enrolment rules apply.
When is EAE3152 offered?
In 2026, EAE3152 runs in Semester 2 at Clayton.
Does EAE3152 have an exam?
Yes. The exam is worth 50% of the final mark, alongside 2 other tasks.
Which majors and minors include EAE3152?
EAE3152 is part of Atmospheric science; and Climate and atmospheric science.