By the completion of the subject, the student should be able to:
- Describe and understand the most important features of ocean circulation in the two polar regions
- Discuss the most important processes regarding exchange between ocean, sea ice and the atmosphere
plus formation of sea ice and vertical mixing.
- Describe sea ice formation and effects on dense water formation and vertical mixing
- Describe the role of the two polar regions in the circulation of deep water in the global ocean
- Discuss the role of the polar oceans in global climate change
4 hours per week, 2 days with 2 hours each.
Lectures and exercises will vary through the semester.