Thermodynamic charts are used to study the onset of convective activity and to determine the amount of energy available. Satellite and radar imagery are used to track the progress of thunderstorm outbreaks. The occurrence of icing, turbulence, and lightning are discussed. Surface charts will be used to make short-range forecasts while prognostic charts will be used to make longer range forecasts. The student will learn to glean important information from radar, satellite and cloud analysis charts.
Emphasis is on interpreting satellite images and radar returns.
The different modes of data acquisistion are demonstrated and discussed.