Atmospheric Dynamics Course
The Atmospheric Dynamics Course equips you to master coastal weather forecasting. Gain skills in analysing fronts, jets, stability indices like CAPE, and using real observational data plus reanalysis tools such as ERA5. Develop the ability to interpret atmospheric maps, diagnose vertical motions, and produce clear, actionable forecast messages for informed environmental decisions. This practical training transforms complex dynamics into reliable predictions for rapid coastal weather shifts.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This course provides essential tools for understanding and predicting fast-changing coastal weather. You will study lower-troposphere thermodynamics, stability, CAPE, and skew-T log-P diagrams, progressing to upper-air dynamics including jet streams and frontogenesis. Hands-on work with real observational data, reanalysis products like ERA5, and structured workflows enables you to interpret weather maps, assess vertical motion, and create precise forecast messages and alerts.
Elevify advantages
Develop skills
- Diagnose coastal stability by assessing lapse rates, CAPE, and convective triggers quickly.
- Interpret professional weather charts to decode fronts, jets, vorticity, and rapid coastal changes.
- Utilise ERA5 and model archives to create precise vertical sections and time-evolving analyses.
- Quantify wind patterns and vertical motion using geostrophic flow, Q-vectors, and ascent zones.
- Communicate weather risks effectively with concise, evidence-based coastal impact briefings.
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