Gain an understanding of synoptic systems, dynamical concepts, and weather forecasting in the Atmospheric Sciences 370 course for Winter 2023 with Cliff Mass and Rick Steed. Explore the structure and evolution of weather phenomena, developing essential skills in atmospheric analysis and forecasting through lectures and labs. Flexible office hours, required equipment, and grading details ensure a comprehensive learning experience. Access course materials and assignments online through the class website and Canvas. Enhance your knowledge of atmospheric sciences with practical activities and discussions to excel in this field.
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Atmospheric Sciences 370 Atmospheric Sciences 370 Atmospheric Structure and Analysis Winter 2023 Winter 2023 Instructors: Cliff Mass (lectures) and Rick Steed (lab)
Class Goals Gain a basic understanding of the structure and evolution of synoptic systems such as fronts, jets, and cyclones. Develop a better understanding of important dynamical concepts such as thermal wind, wind balances, and vorticity. Develop facility with the basic tools of a synoptic meteorologist such as constant pressure/height charts, satellite imagery, and interactive analysis. Develop skills in atmospheric analysis. Understand essential elements of weather forecasting.
The Details Class Times: MW, 1:30-4:20 PM; F 1:30-3:20 PM. Generally: first hour lecture, second and third hours map discussion and lab. Office Hours: Flexible. Email to set up a time. In person, zoom session, or phone. Textbook: Portions of Atmospheric Sciences: An Introductory Survey, by J.M. Wallace and P.V. Hobbs (Academic Press, 2006), COMET METED online modules, and supplementary handouts. Grading: One midterm exam 30%; laboratory work 25%; homework and other assignments 15%, final exam 30%.
Details Often a weather discussion between lectures and labs, with 5-10 minutes of break time between them Labs include BOTH hand analysis and computer-based activities Equipment needed: number two black pencils and an eraser. Red, blue, and purple pencils. Mechanical pencils don t work.
Two Online Locations for Class Class website, which included powerpoints used in class: https://a.atmos.washington.edu/~cliff/370.html Canvas website: includes assignments, grades, and more. https://canvas.uw.edu/courses/1611497
