Atmospheric Sciences 502
Introduction to Synoptic Meteorology
Fall 2012
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Purpose of the course:
  • Foster understanding of synoptic-scale weather systems
  • Introduce methods of synoptic analysis
  • Apply dynamical concepts to weather analysis and interpretation
Instructor:

Lynn McMurdie mcmurdie@atmos.washington.edu
526 ATG (Atmospheric Sci./Geophysics Bldg) 
(206) 685-9405 
Office hours: Drop in or by appointment

Class Schedule

Lectures: Monday and Wednesday 1:30 - 2:20 pm, in ATG 610

Lab: Friday 1:30 - 3:20 pm in ATG 610

Suggested Textbooks:

Mid-Latitude Atmospheric Dynamics by J. E. Martin

Atmospheric Science, An Introductory Survey, 2nd edition, by J. M. Wallace and P. V. Hobbs

An Introduction to Dynamic Meteorology, 4th edition, by J. R. Holton

Synoptic-dynamic Meteorology in Midlatitudes, Vol. 2, by H. B. Bluestein

Extratropical cyclones, C. W. Newton and E. O. Holopainen, Eds.

The Life Cycles of Extratropical Cyclones, M. Shapiro and S. Gronas, Eds.

Grading:
  • Labwork and homework: 30%
  • Midterm exam 30%
  • Final Exam 35%
  • Weather discussion participation 5%