PHYC 5411

Atmospheric Dynamics I

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The basic laws of fluid dynamics are applied to studies of atmospheric motion, including the atmospheric boundary layer and synoptic scale weather disturbances (the familiar highs and lows on weather maps). Emphasis will be placed on the blend of mathematical theory and physical reasoning which leads to the best understanding of the dominant physical mechanisms.

Sections

Lecture

From the syllabus

From the Fall 2026 syllabus by Sean Hartery. Open the PDF

Grading

25%Assignments (6)Lowest score dropped
5%Participation
15%Quiz 1
15%Quiz 2
10%Project
30%Final examCumulative

Textbook

  • Mid-Latitude Atmospheric Dynamics: A First Course, Jonathan E. Martin

Course rules

Late assignments
With no requested extension, assignments lose 10 percentage points per day and are not accepted after five days.
Extensions
Request extensions 24 hours ahead; extensions are normally up to three days.
Missed quizzes
For serious illness or emergency, contact the instructor and write a rescheduled quiz within 48 hours.
Quiz absence
If no plan is made or the quiz cannot be written within 48 hours, submit a Student Declaration of Absence and Method 2 applies.
Project deadlines
Project components submitted within 48 hours of the deadline count as on time; later work requires prior agreement.
Final exam
The exam must be taken on its scheduled date except for exceptional circumstances; a Student Declaration of Absence cannot be used.
Calculator
Only a non-programmable scientific calculator is permitted during tests and exams.
Academic integrity
Students may not use AI tools or courseware such as Chegg to complete homework assignments.

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