Title
Meteorology & Oceanography
Overview
The Meteorology & Oceanography module provides you with the knowledge and understanding of the underpinning meteorology and oceanography theories required to operate successfully as a hydrographic surveyor, alongside opportunities to develop practical skills in data analysis and presentation.
Includes lectures in
- Weather and the Atmosphere
- General Circulation
- Global Climates
- Forecasting
- Ocean Circulation
- Physical Properties of Seawater
- Water Masses and Thermohaline Circulation
- Wave & Tides
- Coastal Processes
Key skills learned
- Analysis of synoptic charts and available weather information, and accounting for the effects this may have on the conduct of a hydrographic survey
- Knowledge of key concepts relating to physical oceanography, including waves and tides
- Reproduction of common oceanographic profiles, accounting for changes within and between them
- Ability to discuss the complications encountered in nearshore and shallow water environments such as estuaries, beaches and deltas
Language
English
Duration
13 weeks part-time study
Credits
30 transferable credits at academic level 5
Assessment
Coursework only (Personal Development Portfolio) submitted on week 13.