METR G4624 - Radar Meteorology

Institution:

University of Oklahoma Norman Campus

Subject:

METR-Meteorology

Description:

Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in 3223, 3613, Mathematics 3413 or 3113. Develops quantitative relationships between physical characteristics of targets illuminated by a pulse of electromagnetic energy and the quantities measured by weather radar. Capabilities and limitations of radar designs are studied relative to meteorological applications. Doppler principles, including interpretation of data, are provided. Polarimetric and phased array radar are introduced. Experience is gained in hands-on exercises with weather radars and comptuer based labs. (Sp)

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.ou.edu

Phone Number:

(405) 325-0311

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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