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	Study programmes 2010-2011 Last update : 11/04/2011
	OCEA0037-2   Oceanic and atmospheric waves Duration :   30h Th, 10h Pr Credits/ECTS :   Master in Space Sciences, Research focus, 1st year First semester 4 Master in Space Sciences, Research focus, 2nd year First semester 4 Holder(s) :   Jean‑Marie Beckers Language :   French language 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. Course objective :   This course is a follow-up lectures of physical oceanography and dynamics of the lower layers of the atmosphere. Prerequisites :   Physical oceanography Organization :   10 lectures of 3 hours. Written notes :   Written lectures notes Assessment :   Written open book exam, followed by an oral discussion. Contacts :   JM.Beckers@ulg.ac.be Home Search by Faculty Search by teacher Search by course code and title
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