Department of Geological and Atmospheric Sciences
Meteorology 411 - Advanced Synoptic Meteorology
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Class DescriptionIn this course, the general characteristics of mid-latitude synoptic weather systems will be explained and compared with the quasi-geostrophic theory of baroclinic developme nt. A thorough understanding of synoptic- scale processes will be emphasized in daily weather briefings given by all students. Students should leave the course able to offer a ``reasonable" explanation for a ny larger-scale weather event that might occur. 
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Bill Gallus |
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Important DatesAugust 24: Classes startAugust 31: Forecasting contest starts September 7: Labor Day - University holiday - no class and no forecasting October 14-16: Instructor at Unidata meeting - TA will proctor mid-term October 15: Mid-term exam Tentative Final Exam Date: Monday, December 14, 2:15-4:15pm |
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