Spring 2027

Geophysical Fluid Dynamics I

Geophysical Fluid Dynamics I covers basic dynamic concepts including equations of motion, Coriolis force, wave motions, normal modes, gravity waves, frictional turbulence, convective processes, geostrophic adjustment, and vorticity.

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Recent recorded grades — Fall 2023: 3.73 GPA, 95.0% A/AB (n=20 letter grades); Fall 2024: 3.58 GPA, 72.0% A/AB (n=25 letter grades); Fall 2025: 3.32 GPA, 54.5% A/AB (n=11 letter grades).

What you’ll be able to do

  • Summarize the governing equations and how they are obtained from first principles.

  • Demonstrate how mathematical techniques are used to describe and solve problems.

  • Integrate visual and mathematical descriptions of phenomena.

  • Summarize geostrophic and thermal wind concepts.

  • Distinguish each major wave type.

  • Summarize fundamental aspects of different types of fluid instability.

  • Share skills and techniques in interpretation and analysis with classmates.

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(PHYSICS 202, 208, or 248) and MATH 234, or graduate/professional standing

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Recent recorded grades — Fall 2023: 3.73 GPA, 95.0% A/AB (n=20 letter grades); Fall 2024: 3.58 GPA, 72.0% A/AB (n=25 letter grades); Fall 2025: 3.32 GPA, 54.5% A/AB (n=11 letter grades).

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Topics

  • Equations of motion and fundamental forces like the Coriolis effect.
  • Wave dynamics including normal modes and gravity waves.
  • Turbulence, friction, and convection in fluid systems.
  • Vorticity and potential vorticity conservation principles.

Skills

  • Mathematical modeling of fluid dynamics including equations of motion, wave theory, and vorticity.
  • Integration of visual and mathematical descriptions of atmospheric and oceanic phenomena.
  • Analysis of geostrophic and thermal wind balance in rotating fluids.

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Recorded 2026-10-29

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