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P4300 Advanced Physical Oceanography (W) covers fundamental properties of seawater and techniques of oceanographic measurement. The dynamical equations of oceanography are derived and solutions explored by comparison with oceanic observations. Properties of waves in rotating and non-rotating fluids. Linear and non-linear wave theory are developed.

Prerequisites: Physics 3300 and 3820 or Academic term 6 of the Ocean and Naval Architectural Engineering program or waiver approved by the instructor.


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Assignment 1, Due January 30 : Answers

Assignment 2, Due February 13 : Answers

Assignment 3, Due March 20 : Answers

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