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ATM 150
Introduction to Computer Methods in Physical Sciences
Computational techniques used in physical sciences. Integral and differential equation numerical solution: mainly finite differencing and spectral (Fourier transform) methods. Time series applications (time-permitting). Specific applications drawn from meteorology. Accelerated introduction to FORTRAN including programming assignments.
Units: 4.0
Hours: Lecture—3 hour(s); Discussion/Laboratory—2 hour(s).
Prerequisites:
PHY 104A - Introductory Methods of Mathematical Physics
or
MAT 118C - Partial Differential Equations: Green's Functions and Transforms
and
ENG 103 - Fluid Mechanics
or
ATM 121A - Atmospheric Dynamics
and
ECS 030 - Programming and Problem Solving
and
PHY 009B - Classical Physics
and
MAT 022B - Differential Equations