National Weather Service Operations I

Catalog description

This course describes the roles of operational meteorologists in the National Weather Service (NWS), led primarily by NWS staff members. Content includes radar and satellite in operations, model ensembles, aviation forecasting, terrain effects, extreme weather, and decision support services. Several classes will include hands-on labs at the National Weather Service Forecast Office. Prerequisite(s): A ATM 311. Offered fall semester only.