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SYNOPTIC METEOROLOGY I
An introduction to the theory and analysis of weather systems
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The objectives of this unit are a) to provide the student with skills in observing, plotting
and analysing meteorological observations on surface weather maps and b) to relate the observed
structure of large scale weather patterns to some dynamic and thermodynamic processes
governing atmospheric motion.
Topics include observations, classification, coding and plotting of meteorological
observations on surface weather maps; analysis of observed fields in the context of identifying
air masses and weather systems; the laws of motion and thermodynamics affecting air motion
and the properties of air parcels.
Further details may be found under MT102 in the Department of Meteorology Directory
of Undergraduate Modules.
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Term
Department
Pre-requisites
Co-requisites
Excluded units
Required for
Module
Credit value
Convenor
Lecturer
Autumn
Meteorology
Part I registration for Met, or Phys/Met, or Maths/Met, or ESEA
none
none
Part II courses in Met, Phys/Met; Maths/Met; ESEA
MT102
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Dr C D Thorncroft
Dr C D Thorncroft
TEACHING AND LEARNING METHODS:
Lectures; problem solving classes;
practical classes (chartwork); discussion classes.
ASSESSMENT:
Coursework
Chartwork, reports and set problems
Examination
One-and-a-half hour paper
Examination Period
April
Requirement for a Pass
An overall mark of at least 40%
Re-assessment
September examination
Weight 30%
Weight 70%
May 98
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