Fluid Dynamics of the Atmosphere and Ocean
As taught in: Fall 2004
Satellite image of Hurricane Fabian bypassing the Leeward Islands. (Image courtesy of NOAA.)
Instructors:
Prof. James Hansen, Jr.
MIT Course Number:
12.800
Level:
Graduate
Course Features
Course Description
This class introduces fluid dynamics to first year graduate students. The aim is to help students acquire an understanding of some of the basic concepts of fluid dynamics that will be needed as a foundation for advanced courses in atmospheric science, physical oceanography, ocean engineering, etc. The emphasis will be on fluid fundamentals, but with an atmosphere/ocean twist.
