During the course, experts will provide morning lectures on different numerical weather prediction topics, with a special emphasis in the area of mesoscale modeling. Short weather discussions in the afternoon will emphasize interpretation of NWP model output and product use. Lecture and lab topics will include new observing systems, objective analysis, data assimilation, adaptive observations, numerical methods, parameterization of physics, operational model characteristics, biases and intelligent use, ensemble forecasting, and local mesoscale models. Upon completion of the course, participants will be encouraged to engage in a follow-up project to develop NWP instructional materials for their own courses that they can share with other faculty. Enrollment is limited to 18 participants.
Participants are responsible for their own travel costs and arrangements.
Application Procedure Send a letter of application stating your interest in the course. Include a two-page curriculum vitae containing a list of courses you have taught. 1 MAY 1999. NA67WD0097 and the National Science Foundation grant DUE-9752722. Opinions expressed are those of the authors and not necessarily those of the sponsoring agencies.