2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
    May 26, 2026  
2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
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ATM 3332 - Advanced Synoptic-Dynamic Meteorology


3 cr
This course expands upon the concepts introduced in ATM 3321 and ATM 3331 to accurately diagnose the atmosphere and incorporate forecasting techniques and strategies so that one can construct a forecast based on sound scientific principles and reasoning. Topics may include using quasi-geostrophic and potential vorticity frameworks to understand the development/decay and movement of synoptic scale midlatitude cyclones. This course also examines modern numerical weather prediction. 

Lecture/Lab: 3 hours of lecture
Prerequisite(s): ATM 3321  ATM 3331  with a grade of C- or better
Typically offered: Spring, odd years
Special fee: There is a fee associated with this course



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