Cumulonimbus Course
Build expertise in cumulonimbus storms from basics to advanced. Master reading soundings, radar, and satellite data, connect thermodynamics and wind shear to risks of hail, tornadoes, and flash floods, and transform intricate severe weather into straightforward, assured forecasts. Ideal for forecasters seeking real-world proficiency in high-stakes storm prediction.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
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What will I learn?
This Cumulonimbus Course offers a practical guide to mastering severe storm forecasting. Delve into thermodynamics, instability measures, and wind shear, linking them to storm structure, microphysics, and dangers such as hail, flash floods, and tornadoes. Gain skills in interpreting soundings, hodographs, radar, satellite imagery, and model outputs to construct 12-hour forecasts and issue precise warnings confidently.
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Develop skills
- Master cumulonimbus thermodynamics by interpreting CAPE, CIN, and lapse rates to assess rapid storm threats.
- Diagnose severe storm structures to identify hail, wind, and tornado risks through microphysics analysis.
- Excel in radar and satellite nowcasting to monitor fast-changing convective systems live.
- Evaluate wind shear and hodographs swiftly to predict storm modes and tornado risks.
- Craft high-impact forecast messages for delivering clear and confident severe weather warnings.
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