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Introduction to the theory of fluid motions for the atmosphere and ocean, covering kinematics, forces, gravity, rotation, and hydrostatic and geostrophic balance.

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ATMOCN 330 covers the physics of the atmosphere and ocean, including thermodynamics, moist processes, and cloud physics.

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ATMOCN 401 covers special topics in meteorology that vary based on need and opportunity.

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ATMOCN 404: METEOROLOGICAL MEASUREMENTS provides practical experience in planning experiments, performing instrument quality control, conducting computational data analysis, and presenting observations in a team setting.

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ATMOCN 441 teaches radar and satellite meteorology.

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ATMOCN 452 teaches synoptic laboratory techniques focusing on frontal cyclone theory, structure, evolution, and diagnostic analysis using satellite and cross-section data.

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Introduction to open-source research computing tools, Python, and collaboration for atmospheric and oceanic sciences

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GEOPHYSICAL FLUID DYNAMICS I covers basic dynamic concepts including equations of motion, wave motions, and vorticity.

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Introduction to atmospheric and oceanic physics.

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Covers cloud formation, growth, and dissipation as dynamic entities.

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Introduction to physical oceanography covering sea water properties, budgets, and global circulation patterns.

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ATMOCN 681 is an individual mentored study course for seniors completing theses for Honors in the Major.

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ATMOCN 682 is an individual mentored study course for seniors completing theses for Honors in the Major.

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ATMOCN 691 is a senior thesis course providing individual mentored study for students completing their theses.

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ATMOCN 692 is a senior thesis course involving individual mentored study arranged with a faculty member.

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ATMOCN 698 is a directed study course allowing students to conduct independent research or study arranged with a faculty member.

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ATMOCN 699 is a directed study course allowing students to conduct independent research or study under faculty supervision.

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Applies dynamics and thermodynamics to cyclone theory and diagnostic analysis.

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ATMOCN 801 covers advanced topics in theoretical meteorology, including dynamics, synoptics, climate dynamics, and atmospheric physics.

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ATMOCN 901 introduces graduate students to the history, ethics, and inclusive practices of atmospheric and oceanic sciences research.

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ATMOCN 903 prepares graduate students for their Ph.D. preliminary exam through philosophy of science discussions, literature reviews, and proposal writing training.

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ATMOCN 990 is a research course where students work with atmospheric and oceanic science faculty advisors.

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ATMOCN 999 is an advanced independent study course arranged with a faculty member.

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A seminar for graduate students covering various fields of zoological research, including limnology and marine science.

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Examines the social, political, and economic factors shaping climate change drivers, impacts, and societal responses.

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ATMOCN/ENVIRST/GEOG/GEOSCI 335 examines climate variability across timescales, focusing on external forcings, earth system feedbacks, and human activity.

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CLIMATE AND CLIMATE CHANGE describes basic climate principles, variability, and the science behind the greenhouse effect and model forecasts.

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PROBLEMS IN OCEANOGRAPHY introduces techniques for studying the biology, chemistry, geology, and physics of the marine environment.

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NATURAL HAZARDS AND DISASTERS explores the science behind major natural disasters and addresses hazard assessment, forecasting, and mitigation.

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Environmental Biophysics covers plant-environment interactions, focusing on energy exchanges, water relations, and quantitative modeling using plant physiology, soil physics, and micrometeorology.

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