AVTN 2050 - Aviation Meteorology

Institution:

Southern Utah University

Subject:

Aviation

Description:

A study of atmospheric conditions and their effects on aeronautical operations. Topics covered include basic meteorological principles and physics, atmospheric properties, patterns of weather development, and associated aviation hazards including thunderstorms, wind shear, turbulence, and icing. Limitations, interpretation, and use of aviation weather equipment used in aviation activity are presented. Weather observation and forecasting resources and their influence on flight planning and performance are considered. (Fall, Spring, Summer) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Prerequisite(s): AVTN 1040 or AVTN 1100 or instructor permission or department permission - Prerequisite Min. Grade: C

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

AVTN 1040 O PILT 1040 O AVTN 1100 O PILT 1100

Corequisites:

Exclusions:

Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

09/01/2013 - 08/31/2021 

Institution Website:

www.suu.edu/

Phone Number:

(435) 586-7700

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

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