ATS 481 - National Weather Service Internship

Institution:

Creighton University

Subject:

Atmospheric Sciences

Description:

Placement in a National Weather Service Office. Students are required to work at least 20 hours per semester hour of credit at the National Weather Service Office. Participation is limited to a maximum of two students per semester. Departmental and Government application forms (available from the ATS Departmental Office) are required; both sets of forms will be filed with the Department Chair at least two months prior to the proposed starting date of the Internship. Duties vary according to the office but may include work with forecasting, radar analysis, AWIPS operations, NOAA radio and providing information to the public. At the end of his/her study, the student will prepare a written report which highlights the activities and training received during the Internship. Government regulations stipulate that the internship be completed within 60 days of initiation of activities at the Weather Station. May be repeated to a limit of six semester hours, but only three hours are applicable to the major. P: ATS 113, 562, Chair approval of application package.

Credits:

1.00 - 6.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.creighton.edu

Phone Number:

(402) 280-2700

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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