The distribution of properties in the ocean is greatly influenced by small-scale
processes or turbulence.  Almost
all flows are turbulent.  Thus the primary objective is to understand the physical
processes that lead to ocean mixing.
This process will include characterizing the dynamics of turbulent flow, turbulent
transport, and spectral dynamics.
Class format will also include discussion of measurement and analysis techniques.

Introduction to the nature of turbulence
Turbulent transport: momentum and heat
Dynamics of turbulence
Boundary-free turbulence-shear flows, breaking internal waves, double diffusion
Boundary mixing - atmosphere/ocean interface, bottom boundary layers, channel flows
Turbulent transport: dispersion of contaminants
Spectral dynamics
Measurement and analysis techniques

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