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AIRP2331 - Advanced Meteorology

Catalog Description: Preparation for advanced aviation students to apply knowledge of varying meteorological factors including weather hazards to flight, techniques for minimizing weather hazards, and aviation weather services. Lecture Hrs = 3, Lab Hrs = 0

Prerequisite(s): Prerequisite: AIRP 1307 Pre/Corequisite: READ 300, ESOL 310, or equivalent

Semester Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours per Week:
Contact Hours per Semester: 48
State Approval Code: 4901020000

Course Subject/Catalog Number: AIRP 2331
Course Title: Advanced Meteorology

Course Rationale:

This course is a continuation of principles presented in the Aviation Meteorology course.

Learning Objectives:

Specific Tasks Accomplished:

Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to accomplish the following tasks:

1. Identify conditions favorable for the formation of adverse weather;
2. Analyze techniques to minimize weather hazards as they affect flight operations;
3. Gather weather information from appropriate sources; and
4. Explain the theory of weather radar and procedures for using radar for weather avoidance.

Grading Policy:

Your grade will be determined from:

The average of chapter exams and a final exam as follows:

Textbook Requirement:

1. Textbook and pilot supplies listed in bookstore

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