Structure, dynamics, and morphology of atmospheric phenomena on the mesoscale including thunderstorms and mesoscale convective systems. Prerequisites: MET 335, 345.

Examines physical laws that govern the climate system; intraseasonal and longer climatic variations (General Circulation, Climate Change, teleconnections) and fundamental data analysis. Writing Intensive. Prerequisites: MET 335; MTH 232. Pre/Co-requisites: CPS 150 or 180; STA 382.

Best practices for creation of forecasts of a variety of weather phenomena. Includes most appropriate ways of communicating impacts to affected users. Prerequisite: MET 340.

Numerical differencing techniques, stability analysis, structure and operation of commonly utilized weather and climate models, physical parameterizations and their implications. Writing Intensive. Prerequisites: MET 450; CPS 150 or 180.

Internship in the field of atmospheric science. Prerequisites: Three or more courses in MET program (2 of which must be 300 level or greater), permission of instructor.

Research in meteorology with topics agreed upon by student and instructor. May be taken only by arrangement prior to registration. Prerequisites: Three or more courses in MET program (2 of which must be 300 level or greater), permission of instructor.