Numerical Modeling of Coupled Systems (3 credits)
Course Number: 16:712:604

Normally offered: Spring (alternating years). Next offered Spring
Instructors: Dale Haidvogel, & Julia Levin

Prerequisites and other registration instructions: 16:712:501 Physical Oceanography or instructor permission

Description:
This course is intended as a brief introduction to topical approaches to the modeling of coupled geophysical systems. In Spring , we will focus on two topics:

• Meridional circulation and geochemical cycling, and
• Coupled physical/biological response in the surface ocean.

(A third topical area may be added if time permits.) The course will consist of a mixture of lecture and laboratory (experiential computer) sessions. Some of the approaches to be considered include:

• Steady-state geochemical box models,
• One-dimensional (vertical) circulation models with embedded NPZD-type biology, and
• Various types of least-squares estimation (e.g., for data assimilation).

Students will be expected to develop a project in one of these general areas, to conduct research on that topic, and to report (written and oral) on their project by the end of the semester.