Earth and Ocean Sciences
Geophysical Continuum Dynamics
3 credits
Introduction to tensor calculus and continuum mechanics. Stress, strain and strain-rate tensors. Mass, momentum and energy balance. Applications to problems of geophysical heat transport, elasticity and fluid dynamics.
Average
76.7%
Students
120
Sections
10
Grade distribution. <50: 3, 50-54: 1, 55-59: 4, 60-63: 5, 64-67: 4, 68-71: 9, 72-75: 5, 76-79: 8, 80-84: 17, 85-89: 13, 90-100: 14.
Historical Averages
2014–2025
Lowest section avg
74.5%
Highest section avg
80.0%
Terms offered
10
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Grade data from ubc-pair-grade-data.
| Section | Activity | Status | Time | Instructor |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 101 | Lecture | Open | Tue 11:00-12:30, Thu 11:00-12:30 | Christian Schoof |
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