METR 125 - Weather ForecastingSemester Hours: 3
Students will learn the basics of synoptic meteorology and weather forecasting. Lecture topics will include cyclone development, fronts, mesoscale features (e.g., lake effect snow), instability, and the basic equations underpinning these concepts. Lab sessions will allow students to apply knowledge gained in the lecture to develop their own weather forecasts.
(2 hours lecture, 2 hours laboratory).
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
GEOL 015 or METR 016 or permission of the instructor.
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