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Module code: ABBW610 |
30VH (30 hours) |
5 |
Semester: 4 |
Mandatory course: yes |
Language of instruction:
English |
Assessment:
Online exam (minimum of 75% to pass)
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The total student study time for this course is 150 hours.
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Recommended prerequisites (modules):
None.
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Recommended as prerequisite for:
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Module coordinator:
Studienleitung |
Lecturer: Studienleitung
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Learning outcomes:
Meteorology II After successfully completing this module, students will be familiar with the different cloud and fog types as well as the different flight hazards that occur with each type. Students will also be able to explain how precipitation forms, and which cloud types produce which type of precipitation. They will also be familiar with typical weather occurrences in association with different fronts. Students will be able to identify the different pressure systems on a surface chart. They will be familiar with the different storm types and cold air movements from polar regions, as well as the different flight hazards in different types of weather. Students will also be able to interpret different weather forecasts, understand weather warnings, and know the most important weather symbols for flight hazards.
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Module content:
Meteorology II • Clouds and fog • Precipitation • Air masses and fronts • Pressure systems • Climatology • Flight hazards • Meteorological information
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Teaching methods/Media:
Laptops, presentations
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Recommended or required reading:
Training documents from the flight school
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