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1/MT/1B SYNOPTIC METEOROLOGY I An introduction to the theory and analysis of weather systems __________________________________________________ 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. __________________________________________________ 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 1 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 __________________________________________________