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MEA 312 Atmospheric Thermodynamics

²Ñ·¡´¡Ìý312ÌýÌýAtmospheric ThermodynamicsÌýÌý(4 credit hours)ÌýÌý

Introduction to atmospheric thermodynamics for meteorology majors. Topics include the equation of state for mixture of gases; first and second laws of thermodynamics; diabatic and adiabatic processes for dry and moist air; measurement and phase changes of water vapor. Atmospheric statics: static stability of moist air; CAPE and vertical acceleration. Focus will be on applying the rigorous framework of classical thermodynamics to derive and solve quantitatively the governing equations describing these processes.

Prerequisite: ²Ñ´¡Ìý141, ±Ê³ÛÌý205; Corequisite: ²Ñ´¡Ìý241

Typically offered in Spring only

Meteorology (Minor)

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The Department of Marine, Earth and Atmospheric Sciences offers a minor in Meteorology to majors in any field except meteorology. This program provides a means of recognition for students in related fields, especially Science and Engineering, who are interested in application of physical principles to the atmospheric environment.