UnitLevel 5Postgraduate

EAE5032 Atmospheric science coursework C

Faculty of Science

EAE5032 Atmospheric science coursework C is a level 5, 12-credit-point, postgraduate unit from the Faculty of Science, offered in 2027 in Semester 1 at Clayton. It has no prerequisites.

Credit points
12
Offered in 2027
Semester 1
Clayton
Assessment
Exam 40%
and 1 other task

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Requisites

Before EAE5032

No prerequisites or corequisites besides the enrolment rules below.

After EAE5032

No unit lists EAE5032 as a prerequisite in the 2027 handbook.

Enrolment rules

PREREQUISITE: Completion of 24 credit points at Level 5 towards the Master of Science or by permission of the course coordinator.

Overview

You will study two selected topics in atmospheric science or closely related fields. These topics underpin much of modern atmospheric science. Through your study of these topics, you will develop an advanced understanding of the discipline and acquire the skills to operate professionally in the area. The selected topics come from the list:

  • Boundary Layer Meteorology
  • General Circulation of the Atmosphere
  • Remote Sensing
  • Climate Modelling and Analysis
  • Statistics for Climate Science
  • Atmospheric Modelling
  • Dynamical Meteorology
  • Ocean Circulation and Dynamics
  • Other topics as available

Offerings in 2027

Teaching periodCampusMode
First semesterClaytonOn campus

Assessment

  • Continuous assessmentDemonstration
    60%
  • Final assessmentExamination
    40%

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. 1

    Critically read and evaluate the scientific literature in atmospheric science and closely related fields;

  2. 2

    Demonstrate an advanced understanding of the physical, dynamical and thermodynamic process responsible for our weather and climate;

  3. 3

    Demonstrate an understanding of the anticipated changes to these processes in a warming world and the implications of these changes to our weather and climate;

  4. 4

    Use modern theory and computation techniques to analyse observations and model output relevant to atmospheric science and closely related fields;

  5. 5

    Communicate the contemporary understanding of the field to a wide audience.

Workload and teaching

  • Practical activities72 hours
  • Teaching approachActive learning
  • Teaching approachEnquiry-based learning

Approximately 6 hours of on-campus classes per week, plus 18 hours of self-directed activities including readings and videos in preparation for class, weekly exercises, assignments, study and revision.

Hands-on experience analyzing observations and model output and interactive computational sessions will provide the opportunity to actively learn about the world's atmosphere and oceans.

You will source recent literature, write a report and give a presentation.

Where it fits

EAE5032 is part of 1 area of study in the 2027 handbook.

Contacts

Unit Coordinators
Professor Dietmar Dommenget
Chief Examiners
Professor Dietmar Dommenget

Common questions

What are the prerequisites for EAE5032?

EAE5032 has no prerequisites, but enrolment rules apply.

When is EAE5032 offered?

In 2027, EAE5032 runs in Semester 1 at Clayton.

Does EAE5032 have an exam?

Yes. The exam is worth 40% of the final mark, alongside 1 other task.

Which majors and minors include EAE5032?

EAE5032 is part of Atmospheric science.

More details

Credit points
12
Level
5
Study level
Postgraduate
Faculty
Faculty of Science
Organisational unit
School of Earth, Atmosphere and Environment
Type
Coursework
EFTSL
0.250
Student contribution
SCA Band 2
Study abroad
Not available
Handbook years
20262027