This IAP course (for credit) will meet for 8 sessions (Mon, Wed, Fri, Jan 11-29, 10am-noon). Overview of the fundamentals of simulating the Earth's climate. Basic background on the processes maintaining the climate is provided. Students run simple climate models (radiative-convective equilibrium and energy balance models) in Matlab and analyze output from the comprehensive climate models used in global-warming assessments. The components of a modern general circulation model will be discussed.

Pre-registration is required; no listeners. Instructor: Prof. Paul O'Gorman. Visit the IAP (Independent Activities Period) website for more details.