280381 VO Tropical Meteorology (2025S)
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Sprache: Englisch
Prüfungstermine
- Montag 26.05.2025 16:00 - 18:00 Ort in u:find Details
- Mittwoch 04.06.2025 16:00 - 18:00 Ort in u:find Details
- Mittwoch 18.06.2025 16:00 - 18:00 Ort in u:find Details
Lehrende
Termine (iCal) - nächster Termin ist mit N markiert
Monday: UZA II Room 2G542
- Montag 07.04. 16:00 - 18:00 Ort in u:find Details
- Mittwoch 09.04. 11:00 - 12:30 Praktikumsraum Meteorologie 2F513 5.OG UZA II
- Montag 05.05. 16:00 - 18:00 Ort in u:find Details
- Mittwoch 07.05. 11:00 - 12:30 Praktikumsraum Meteorologie 2F513 5.OG UZA II
- Montag 12.05. 16:00 - 18:00 Ort in u:find Details
- Mittwoch 14.05. 11:00 - 12:30 Praktikumsraum Meteorologie 2F513 5.OG UZA II
- Montag 19.05. 16:00 - 18:00 Ort in u:find Details
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Ziele, Inhalte und Methode der Lehrveranstaltung
This course shall provide an in-depth exploration of tropical atmospheric dynamics and phenomena, focusing on the unique circulation patterns, weather systems, and climate variability in the tropics. Students will know the fundamental processes driving tropical weather and climate, with a particular emphasis on their global significance and teleconnections.
Art der Leistungskontrolle und erlaubte Hilfsmittel
Student performance will be evaluated based on a final exam. Nonetheless, the class will encourage active learning following the two tasks mentioned below.Task #1: Current Weather Outlook
Students will present the state of tropical weather by analyzing live visualizations of global weather conditions (e.g., https://earth.nullschool.net/), focusing on an "event of interest." The event of interest will be provided in the previous class. Each presentation will be approximately 4 minutes long. The number of presenters per class will be determined based on the number of participants in the course.
Evaluation Criteria: Clarity of understanding and critical thinking.Task #2: Case Study Report on Significant Events
Students will submit a 5-page (maximum) report (A4 size, font size 11, standard layout) on a significant tropical weather event such as ENSO, MJO, or Monsoons. The report should demonstrate a clear understanding of the chosen event and its implications.
Evaluation Criteria: Clarity of understanding, critical thinking, flow of narration, and quality of graphics. Credit will be given for using original plots, graphics, images, schematics, etc. Some relevant Python notebooks will be shared during lectures to assist with data analysis and visualization [Data visualization python scripts shall not be shared unless this task is attempted].Final Exam – Handwritten/computer typed Documentation of Tropical Weather
On the day of the exam, students will critique a peer-reviewed journal article to be shared on the day of the exam.
Evaluation Criteria: Clarity of understanding, ability to synthesize information, and logical and innovative presentation.
Students will present the state of tropical weather by analyzing live visualizations of global weather conditions (e.g., https://earth.nullschool.net/), focusing on an "event of interest." The event of interest will be provided in the previous class. Each presentation will be approximately 4 minutes long. The number of presenters per class will be determined based on the number of participants in the course.
Evaluation Criteria: Clarity of understanding and critical thinking.Task #2: Case Study Report on Significant Events
Students will submit a 5-page (maximum) report (A4 size, font size 11, standard layout) on a significant tropical weather event such as ENSO, MJO, or Monsoons. The report should demonstrate a clear understanding of the chosen event and its implications.
Evaluation Criteria: Clarity of understanding, critical thinking, flow of narration, and quality of graphics. Credit will be given for using original plots, graphics, images, schematics, etc. Some relevant Python notebooks will be shared during lectures to assist with data analysis and visualization [Data visualization python scripts shall not be shared unless this task is attempted].Final Exam – Handwritten/computer typed Documentation of Tropical Weather
On the day of the exam, students will critique a peer-reviewed journal article to be shared on the day of the exam.
Evaluation Criteria: Clarity of understanding, ability to synthesize information, and logical and innovative presentation.
Mindestanforderungen und Beurteilungsmaßstab
The evaluation will be based on the final exam.Dates for final exam:
1) June-2, 2025
2) June -16, 2025
[Another two dates will be offered if necessary.]Grading scheme for the final exam:
<60% insufficient
60-69,99% sufficient
70-79,99% satisfactory
80-89,99% good
90-100% excellent
1) June-2, 2025
2) June -16, 2025
[Another two dates will be offered if necessary.]Grading scheme for the final exam:
<60% insufficient
60-69,99% sufficient
70-79,99% satisfactory
80-89,99% good
90-100% excellent
Prüfungsstoff
Contents of the course
Literatur
The following books will be referred to for the lectures.1) Tropical Meteorology An Introduction by T.N. Krishnamurti, Lydia Stefanova, and Vasubandhu Misra
2) Intraseasonal Variability in the Atmosphere-Ocean Climate System by William K. M. Lau and Duane E. Waliser
3) El Niño Southern Oscillation in a Changing Climate by Michael J. McPhaden, Agus Santoso, and Wenju CaiAdditional materials, for example, research article, etc, will be shared during the lectures.
2) Intraseasonal Variability in the Atmosphere-Ocean Climate System by William K. M. Lau and Duane E. Waliser
3) El Niño Southern Oscillation in a Changing Climate by Michael J. McPhaden, Agus Santoso, and Wenju CaiAdditional materials, for example, research article, etc, will be shared during the lectures.
Zuordnung im Vorlesungsverzeichnis
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Letzte Änderung: Mi 21.05.2025 10:26