Mathematics and Climate

Catalog description

Mathematical models play a critical role in projecting and understanding climate processes. This course will discuss techniques for application of theoretical models, computational experiments, and data analysis in climate science, including oceanic, atmospheric, and ecological phenomena. Intended for students in applied mathematics and other concentrations with quantitative skills who are interested in applying their knowledge to mathematical modeling and climate problems. No previous coursework in climate science is required. Physical science concepts and mathematical techniques will be introduced throughout the course. Students will develop collaborative or individual projects later in the semester. Prerequisites: APMA 0360 , or APMA 0340 , or written permission; APMA 1650 is recommended. Course has undergraduate version ( APMA 1930P ) and graduate version (APMA 2822P). The graduate version will engage more deeply with mathematical aspects of constructing models and performing mathematical modeling research.