This laboratory-based course consists of hands-on and computer aided laboratory exercises that explore topic areas from fluid mechanics and environmental physics. The theoretical concepts of fluid mechanics are examined experimentally and used to predict the behavior of fluids in larger systems. These concepts are used to explain the properties of wind, rain and clouds, and their effects on the climate and climate change. Measurement and analysis of other environmental parameters (temperature, humidity, and pressure) are also used to investigate the climate and climate change. A critical review of a selected journal paper is an integral part of the course.
The course will consist of laboratory exercises covering principles of Fluid Mechanics and Environmental Physics, along with an exercise on the review of a scientific journal article. The topics covered in the laboratory exercises are:
The course assessment will be conducted as follows:
Course work
One paper review (10%) and one oral presentation (14%) 24%
Nine laboratory reports of equal weighting 36%
Final Examination
One 4-hour final practical examination 40%
Students will be expected to satisfy the examiners in both components
At the end of the course, students should be able to:
Prescribed:
Recommended: