ATOC 6100 - Predicting Weather and Climate

Institution:

University of Colorado Boulder

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Description:

Discusses background theory and procedures used in weather and climate prediction on a variety of space and time scales. Includes the forecasting of weather on time scales of days; error growth in numerical models; prediction of El Nino and monsoon variability; and prediction of the impact of anthropogenic influences on climate. Consists of lectures and a weekly laboratory. Prereq., ATOC 5060, 5061, or instructor consent.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.colorado.edu

Phone Number:

(303) 492-1411

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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