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Coordinators: Dr Steve Siems (Department of Mathematics and Statistics), Associate Professor Nigel Tapper (Department of Geography and Environmental Science)
Atmospheric
science includes the study of our earth's climate and weather as well as modern
environmental issues related to our atmosphere. The undergraduate program is
designed to introduce the scientific principles behind these phenomena as well
as provide a broad understanding of them. An interdisciplinary approach is
essential in studying atmospheric science. The field draws on the strengths of
environmental science, applied mathematics and physical geography; it involves
applications of concepts in physics and chemistry.
Subjects are available on an individual basis. For students choosing
atmospheric science as a minor or major, a 12-point sequence at second year and
a 24-point sequence at third year are the heart of the program.
The atmospheric science program is supported by the Department of Mathematics
and Statistics, the Department of Geography and Environmental Science and the
Cooperative Research Centre for Southern Hemisphere Meteorology (Meteorology
CRC).
Atmospheric
science offers one six-point subject, ATM1010, at first year. The subject is
designed for any first-year science student, not necessarily those wishing to
major in this discipline. ATM1010 is not a prerequisite for higher-year
subjects, but students wishing to take atmospheric science at second year are
encouraged to take ATM1010 or the first-year sequence in geography and
environmental science GES1000 and GES1020.
Students considering taking the second-year atmospheric science sequence,
however, need to meet (or exceed) the prerequisite mathematics subject MTH1020.
Students are encouraged to complete a full sequence of first-year mathematics
(either MTH1010 and MTH1020, MTH1020 and MTH1030, or MTH1030 and MTH2010). For
students who completed first-year mathematics in 1998 or earlier, the
prerequisite subject is either MAT1010 or MAT1050. Finally, as atmospheric
science is a broadly based discipline, a sequence in either physics or
chemistry is recommended, if the student's schedule permits.
Second-year
ATM subjects are considered to be the true entry point into the undergraduate
discipline. The two six-point subjects ATM2211 and ATM2022 for the sequence are
necessary for the course requirements.
Students considering taking the full 24-point atmospheric science sequence at
third year, however, need to meet the prerequisite mathematics subjects MTH2010
and MTH2032. The prerequisite subjects are MAT2030 and MAT2040 for students who
have taken second year mathematics prior to 2000.
Students taking atmospheric science as a 24-points discipline at third year should take the five subjects ATM3121, ATM3162, ATM3141 (or ATM3132), ATM3212 and ATM3251. Some substitution is allowed.
Students
choosing to advance to honours studies in atmospheric science should apply to
enrol in ATM4000. Students may apply to enter ATM4000 through the completion of
satisfactory third-year work in either atmospheric science, mathematics and
statistics or geography and environmental science. ATM4000 is a full-year
(48-point) subject that satisfies the requirements for a BSc(Hons) course.
Students will further develop their research skills through individual research
projects supervised by staff members. ATM4000 also offers lectures on advanced
topics and a team environment for field work.
Students also have the option of studying atmospheric science at the honours
level through either the Department of Mathematics and Statistics or the
Department of Geography and Environmental Science. Students choosing this
option should see the corresponding entries in this handbook.
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