ATMO 529 - Objective Analysis in the Atmospheric and Related Sciences

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University of Arizona

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Description: This graduate course provides an overview of statistical methods used to interpret datasets in the atmospheric and related sciences. The objective is to provide a working knowledge of the statistical tools most commonly used. Topics include application of basic statistics (composite analysis; significance testing; curve fitting; regression analysis; correlation; and non-normal distributions), non-parametric statistical significance testing (e.g. Monte-Carlo methods and field significance), matrix methods (principal component analysis; SVD analysis; CCA), and time series analysis (harmonic analysis; power spectra; data filtering; cross-spectrum analysis; singular spectrum analysis; and wavelet analysis). Grading: Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E. Prerequisite(s): Undergraduate level statistics course and linear algebra required. Computer programming skills (C, Fortran, Matlab) and knowledge of graphical display packages needed or consent of instructor. Identical to: GEOG 529, GEOS 529, HWR 529. Usually offered: Fall.

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.arizona.edu

Phone Number:

(520) 621-2211

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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