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2016-2017 University Catalog

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PHYS 665 - Planetary Atmospheres and Ionospheres

Credits: 3
Not Repeatable for Credit
Offered by Physics and Astronomy

An interdisciplinary introduction to the fundamental physics and chemistry of the atmosphere-ionosphere system. The focus is on the governing equations of atmospheric and ionospheric dynamics with a systems (science) approach to the atmosphere-ionosphere coupling processes. Topics include observational and modeling techniques in the Earth’s upper atmosphere as well as recent progress in planetary atmosphere-ionospheres and planetary missions.

Prerequisite(s): PHYS 262, MATH 214.
Schedule Type: LEC
Hours of Lecture or Seminar per week: 3
Hours of Lab or Studio per week: 0
When Offered: Fall, Spring

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PHYS 665 - Planetary Atmospheres and Ionospheres