OMH10106 - Tides

1. General information about the module

  • Module code:   OMH10106
  •  Vietnamese module designation:  Thủy triều
  • English module designation: Tides
  • Credit points: 2
  • Workload:
    • Total workload: 105
    • Contact hours: lecture: 15, practice: 30
    • Private study: 60 
  • Type of module: Specialization
  • Required and recommended prerequisites for joining the module:
    • Mathematical Methods in Physics
    • Numerical Models in Geophysical Fluid Dynamics
    • Introduction of Oceanography

2. Module objectives/intended learning outcomes

The course aims to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of tides, enabling them to apply their knowledge to various fields and contribute to informed decision-making related to coastal and marine environments.

Students who complete this module could be achieved the following:

- Knowledge: Be able to recognize the fundamental theories of tides involves understanding the key principles and concepts related to tidal phenomena; to apply the method of harmonic analysis to tidal oscillations and differentiate between various tidal models; to Calculate basic tidal problems involves applying the principles of tidal theory to solve practical problems related to tidal phenomena.

- Skills: Be able to analyze and evaluate data and issues, data analysis and evaluation skills; Programming skills, work in individual work, self-study, lifelong learning, and problem solving. Ability to demonstrate creative and critical thinking in problem-solving; Read English in specialized documents and use some basic specialized English terminology; Ability to solve some application problems.

- Attitudes: Be able to apply, analyze and evaluate data/problems, follow the Standards and ethical principles.

- Behaviors: Demonstrate seriousness and honesty in learning, data analysis and examinations.