This paper focuses on the physical oceanography of the coastal zone. Topics include estuarine circulation, wind driven currents on the shelf, longwaves, resonance, seiching, methodologies for quantifying processes and coastal responses, waves and surfzone processes.

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27A (HAM) Paper outline	A Trimester : 01 Mar 2027 - 27 Jun 2027	Hamilton		60% internal assessment, 40% examinations
27A (TGA) Paper outline	A Trimester : 01 Mar 2027 - 27 Jun 2027	Tauranga		60% internal assessment, 40% examinations

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EARTH341

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Coastal Processes

Earth Sciences

Environmental Planning

Environmental Sciences

Aquaculture

Marine Science

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