ATOC 541 Synoptic Meteorology 2

3 credits · Atmospheric & Oceanic Sciences · Faculty of Science · Not scheduled for 2026–2027

Analysis of current meteorological data. Quasi-geostrophic theory, including the omega equation, as it relates to extratropical cyclone and anticyclone development. Frontogenesis and frontal circulations in the lower and upper troposphere. Cumulus convection and its relationship to tropical and extr…

Prerequisite courses: ATOC 312, ATOC 540

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