GS 109 Meteorology

This course is a survey of the field of meteorology with detailed emphasis on the elements specific to the aviation industry. Students exit this course understanding how to access, analyze and use weather data to make decisions essential for safe flight.

Credits

5

Course Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
1. Identify, describe, and predict basic interactions between meteorological properties and processes to define safe operational windows
2. Compile, accurately interpret and appropriately apply prepared meteorological data and forecasts from scientifically valid government and private sources to define safe operational windows
3. Explain the functioning, strengths, and weaknesses of currently available and emerging meteorological infrastructure that provides longer-term or higher resolution weather data to facilitate climate assessments
4. Identify and explain the socio-economic costs and benefits from public investment in, and sharing the results of, standardized reliable weather observation systems and forecasts