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| OCEA0037-1 | Oceanic and atmospheric waves | |||||
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| Duration : | 30h Th | |||||
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| Holder(s) : | N... | |||||
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| Course contents : | Tidal forces, analysis and prediction of tides. Hydrodynamic equations for long waves. Long waves in a barotropic medium (Kelvin, Proudman, Poincaré, Rossby waves). Barotropic and baroclinic modes in a two layers system (Kelin, Poincaré, inertial). Topographic waves. Oceanic circulation: linear and non linear theory. | |||||
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| Course objective : | This course is a follow-up lectures of physical oceanography and dynamics of the lower layers of the atmosphere. | |||||
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| Prerequisites : | Physical oceanography and dynamics meteorology. | |||||
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| Organization : | 10 lectures of 3 hours. | |||||
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| Written notes : | Written lectures notes | |||||
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| Assessment : | Written open book exam, followed by an oral discussion. | |||||
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| Contacts : | François RONDAY: Fronday@ulg.ac.be 04 366 23 49 Secretary: Madame C. Graindorge 04 366 23 53 | |||||
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ULg : Students and Studies Administration - Academic Affairs
Contact : Monique Marcourt, direction A.E.E.
Date of data : 27/02/2006
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