MSCI 5610 - Ocean Circulation and Mixing

(4 Units)

The mathematical description of the distribution of properties (density, dissolved oxygen, etc.) in the oceans relating to physical and biochemical processes. Theory of distribution of variables, geostrophic method.

Corequisites: MSCI 5612.

Prerequisites: MSCI 3420, one year calculus, or consent of instructor. College physics strongly recommended.

Hours: (Lecture, 3 hours; laboratory or field, 3 hours) (MLML 261)

Offered: (Spring)

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