Minor in Applied Meteorology
- OVERVIEW
- ADVANTAGES
- REQUIREMENTS
- CAREERS
Overview
The minor in Applied Meteorology introduces the student with an interest in weather to the intriguing world of meteorology. The minor requires nine hours of WX courses beyond the two required courses: WX 201 and WX 301 (WX 352 in older catalogs)- a total of 15 hours of WX courses. Six hours of these classes must be higher numbered classes than WX 301. Always check the catalog course descriptions for prerequisites.
Advantages
As corporations pay more attention to the climate’s impact on business, they are including weather professionals at the decision-making level. In the Meteorology program, you’ll focus on the theory and study of climatology, as well as its applications to industrial and business operations.
You’ll study with a faculty of seven meteorologists in modern facilities, where you can simulate conditions ranging from tornadoes to global climate. You’ll learn how to communicate complex atmospheric phenomena in the practical language of decision-makers. Students also take courses in an area of concentration from among four options:
- Flight weather
- Commercial weather
- Media weather
- Research
Requirements
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| WX 201 | Survey of Meteorology | 3 |
| WX 301 | Aviation Weather | 3 |
| Recommended Electives for flight students: | ||
| WX 261 | Applied Climatology | 3 |
| WX 363 | Thunderstorms | 3 |
| WX 364 | Weather for Aircrews | 3 |
| WX 365 | Satellite and Radar Weather Interpretation | 3 |
| Or any combination of WX courses | 9 | |
| Total Credits | 15 | |
Careers
The minor in Applied Meteorology introduces the student with an interest in weather to the intriguing world of meteorology. The minor requires nine hours of WX courses beyond the two required courses: WX 201 and WX 301 (WX 352 in older catalogs)- a total of 15 hours of WX courses. Six hours of these classes must be higher numbered classes than WX 301. Always check the catalog course descriptions for prerequisites.
