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Fundamental dynamics

In this course we apply fluid dynamics to the atmosphere and ocean.

Because of the rotation of the earth, the Coriolis force plays a dominant role. When it is balanced by the pressure gradient, the flow is almost parallel to the isobars. We also study deviations from this “geostrophic” balance, particularly in the boundary layer near the ground or the sea surface. We further examine the role of earth’s rotation for vorticity conservation. The knowledge from fundamental fluid dynamics is then used to describe and study weather systems and the structure of fronts and jet streams in the atmosphere.

  • Course structure

    Teaching format

    The course consists of lectures, exercises and laborations.

    Course materials

    Grading criteria, course literature and other material related to the course will be available on the course Athena-site at https://athena.itslearning.com once you have registered for the course.

    Assessment

    Examination is done by a written test.

    Examiner

    Here is a link to a list of course coordinators and examiners.

  • Schedule

    The schedule will be available no later than one month before the start of the course. We do not recommend print-outs as changes can occur. At the start of the course, your department will advise where you can find your schedule during the course.

    You can search for schedules from previous years in TimeEdit, by entering the course code.

    Link to TimeEdit

  • Course literature

    Note that the course literature can be changed up to two months before the start of the course.

    Module 1: Dynamic meteorology

    • Amanda H. Lynch and John J. Cassano: Applied Atmospheric Dynamics, 2006. ISBN: 047086172X. Chapters 1-7, 10. (E-book available from the Stockholm University library)

    Module 2: Synoptics and weather systems at mid-latitudes

    • Lejenäs. H.: Introduktion till väderlära del A, Meteorologiska Institutionen, Stockholms Universitet, 2009. (Provided by MISU)
    • Lejenäs. H.: Introduktion till väderlära del B, Meteorologiska Institutionen, Stockholms Universitet, 2007. (Provided by MISU)

  • Contact

    Study counselor
    Ingrid Eronn
    studievagledare@misu.su.se
    08-16 24 18

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