GEF2200 - Atmospheric physics
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Course content
The composition and thermodynamics of the atmosphere. Basic aerosol and cloud physics. Turbulence in the atmospheric boundary layer.
Learning outcomes
To become familiar with the thermodynamical concepts for the atmosphere, and make use of thermodynamic diagrams for evaluation of stability and cloud formation from radiosonde soundings. To acquire a broad understanding of the processes behind aerosols, clouds and precipitation. Furthermore, to understand that these represent central driving forces for the motions of the atmosphere (and the ocean). To understand how turbulent mixing in the atmospheric boundary layer can influence conditions in the troposphere.
Admission
Students at UiO must apply for courses in StudentWeb.
International applicants, if you are not already enrolled as a student at UiO, please see our information about admission requirements and procedures for international applicants.
Prerequisites
Formal prerequisites
In addition to fulfilling the Higher Education Entrance Qualification, applicants have to meet the following special admission requirements:
One of these:
- Mathematics R1
- Mathematics (S1+S2)
And and in addition one of these:
- Mathematics (R1+R2)
- Physics (1+2)
- Chemistry (1+2)
- Biology (1+2)
- Information technology (1+2)
- Geosciences (1+2)
- Technology and theories of research (1+2)
The special admission requirements may also be covered by equivalent studies from Norwegian upper secondary school or by other equivalent studies. Read more about special admission requirements.
Recommended prior knowledge
MAT1100 - Calculus, MAT-INF1100 - Modelling and computations, GEF1000 - The Climate System
Overlap
9 ECTS credits overlap with the previous GF 121.
Teaching
Lectures and colloquia/group work, 4 hours per week. Several mandatory problems must be completed during the course.
Exam information
Written mid-term exam (counts ca 25%). Final written examination (counts ca 75%). Letter grades (A-F).
The mandatory assignments must be approved prior the exam.
Assessment and grading
Course grades are awarded on a descending scale using alphabetic grades from A to E for passes and F for fail. Read more about the grading system .
External auditor: Inger Hanssen-Bauer
An external auditor regularly evaluates the academic quality of the course, including the form of exam used on the course.
Explanations and appeals
Students can request an explanation of their grades, and can also appeal against their grades or make a complaint about formal examination errors. Read more about explanations and appeals
Possibility of make-up exams and re-takes
You can usually resit an exam, but the conditions depend on whether you had a valid reason for absence from the regular exam. Read more about resitting an exam .
Withdrawing from exams and limits on re-takes
A student can sit for this exam up to 3 times. If a student wishes to withdraw from the exam, s/he must do this in StudentWeb at least two weeks prior to the first day of the exam. Failure to do so will be counted as one of the three opportunities to sit for the exam.
Exam options for students with special needs
Students may apply for access to alternative exam resources or exam forms on the basis of chronic illness and/or special needs that create a marked disadvantage to other students in the exam situation. Mothers who are breastfeeding may apply for extra time to complete the exam.
Contact us
Department of Geosciences
Visiting address:
Geology building, Sem Sælands vei 1
Visiting hours:
Tuesday-friday 12:00 -14:30
Postal address:
P.O. Box 1047, Blindern
NO-0316 Oslo
Fax: +47 22 85 42 15
E-mail: studieinfo@geo.uio.no
Web: http://www.mn.uio.no/geo/english/