Course

Ocean Waves and Modelling - ZPEM3404

Faculty: UNSW Canberra at ADFA

School: School of Physical, Environmental and Mathematical Sciences @ UNSW Canberra at ADFA

Course Outline: ZPEM3404 Course Outline

Campus: UNSW Canberra at ADFA

Career: Undergraduate

Units of Credit: 6

EFTSL: 0.12500 (more info)

Indicative Contact Hours per Week: 5

Enrolment Requirements:

Prerequisites: ZPEM2401, ZPEM2506 and ZPEM3312

CSS Contribution Charge: 2 (more info)

Tuition Fee: See Tuition Fee Schedule

Further Information: See Class Timetable

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Description

This course covers three aspects of oceanography: waves, modelling and estuaries. Waves occur both on the surface of the ocean and within the ocean. Internal waves are important in mixing and sonar operations. After reviewing the basic principles of surface waves, this course presents the basics of internal waves, examining the dynamics, generation, propagation, and their impact on the ocean environment. Ocean modelling is a key component both in climate studies and naval operations. Basic modelling principles will be covered for both analytical and numerical ocean models with application to examples such as small-scale coastal systems, tsunamis, and the global ocean circulation. The dynamics of estuaries, embayments, and lagoons, and modelling of their flushing times and mixing regimes, in relation to the environmental quality of the land-sea margins may be introduced. This course may include a field school in Jervis Bay.
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