This course covers the learning outcomes and goals related to waves and wave dynamics. Students will learn about wave generation, internal waves, progressive waves, longitudinal and transverse waves, wave terminology, orbital wave characteristics, factors affecting wave energy, wave interference patterns, rogue waves, tsunami characteristics, and the differences between tsunamis and wind-generated waves. The course teaches skills such as understanding wave movement, identifying different types of waves, analyzing wave interference patterns, and recognizing tsunami characteristics. The teaching method includes lectures on various wave topics. The intended audience for this course includes students interested in oceanography, marine science, or environmental studies.
Overview
Syllabus
Chapter 8 Lecture
Wave Generation
Internal Waves
Wave Movement
Progressive Waves
Longitudinal Waves
Transverse Waves
Wave Terminology • Crest
Orbital Wave Characteristics
Circular Orbital Motion
Speed of Deep Water Waves
Shallow-Water Waves
Wind-Generated Wave Development
Factors Affecting Wave Energy
TOPEX/Poseidon satellite Wave Heights
Beaufort Wind Scale
Maximum Wave Height
Wave Damage
Fully Developed Sea
Swells
Wave Train Movement
Wave Interference Patterns
Rogue Waves
Waves in Surf Zone
Waves Approaching Shore
Three Types of Breakers
Spilling Breakers
Plunging Breakers
Surfing
Wave Refraction
Standing Waves
Tsunami Characteristics
Tsunami vs. Wind-Generated Waves
Tsunami Generation and Propagation
Tsunami Destruction
Historical Tsunami
Taught by
Sven Holbik
