Duration
20h Th, 10h Pr
Number of credits
| Master in geography : climatology (120 ECTS) | 2 crédits | |||
| Master in geography, global change (120 ECTS) | 2 crédits |
Lecturer
Language(s) of instruction
French language
Organisation and examination
Teaching in the first semester, review in January
Schedule
Units courses prerequisite and corequisite
Prerequisite or corequisite units are presented within each program
Learning unit contents
The main theoretical chapters are as follows:
Partim 1
Introduction
1. Observing the atmosphere
2. Radiative processes and energy balance
3. Thermostatics
Partim 2
4. Atmosphere fundamental equations
5. Theory of atmospheric movements
(geostrophic approximation, thermal wind, atmospheric waves, etc)
6. The planetary boundary layer (atmospheric turbulence)
7. Saturation and condensation processes
8. Large-scale atmospheric circulation
Learning outcomes of the learning unit
The objective of the course is an introduction to atmopheric dynamics and meteorological processes.
Prerequisite knowledge and skills
Good knowledge of mathematics and mechanics, basic knowledge of thermodynamics and fluid mechanics (especially for partim 2).
Planned learning activities and teaching methods
Exercises linked to the various chapters.
Mode of delivery (face to face, distance learning, hybrid learning)
The course is given on the first semester. For the schedule and the room of the lectures, please contact Louis.Francois@uliege.be
Organisational adjustments related to the current health context
January session: oral examination in distance via Lifesize, organized on January 19, 2021. Timetable sent in good time by e-mail to students registered for the course. Practical examination (exercises) also online, organized on January 20, 2021.
Recommended or required readings
The pdf files of the lessons are available to the students.
Assessment methods and criteria
Below you will find information on the evaluation methods planned for in-person and remote exams as well as those planned for hybrid sessions. Depending on how the health crisis evolves, the chosen method will be communicated to you no later than one month before the start of the exam session.
Oral examination: theory
Written examination: exercices
Work placement(s)
Organizational remarks
Contacts
Louis François, Professor, Institute of Astrophysics and Geophysics (Bat. B5c), Tel. 04/366 97 76,
e-mail: Louis.Francois@uliege.be