Satellite Hydrology and Meteorology Intern Course Orientation

Welcome to the Satellite Hydrology and Meteorology (SHyMet) Intern Course Web-based instruction and teletraining tracked through NOAA e-Learning Management System (LMS)Web-based instruction and teletraining tracked through NOAA e-Learning Management System (LMS) Meet your instructors / contributorsMeet your instructors / contributors Course LogisticsCourse Logistics Course Topics and Student GuidesCourse Topics and Student Guides Sources of InformationSources of Information

Contributors from CIMSS Steve Ackerman, Scott Bachmeier, Tom Whittaker pictures

Contributors from CIRA (left to right) Ray Zehr, Tony Mostek (NOAA/NWS), John Knaff, Jeff Braun, Bernie Connell, Dan Bikos, Kashia Jekel, Mark DeMaria pictures

Contributors from COMET Patrick Dills, Tony Mostek pictures

Course Logistics The course will be managed through LMS Web modules and teletraining sessions will each have a student guide that is linked to LMS and also to the web page. Access these materials through the web at: and:

SHyMet Intern Objectives 1.Interpret satellite data and derived products especially: a. Characteristics of the image and derived products b. Strengths and limitations of the image and derived products c. Operational applications of the image and derived products

SHyMet Intern Objectives 2.Interpret various large- and small- scale cloud (and moisture) patterns in satellite imagery and their corresponding meteorological conditions. 3.Use satellite observations to supplement or complement other observation systems (data integration).

Competencies 1.Apply remote sensing principles to interpret cloud and clear regions in visible and infrared satellite images. 2.Identify land and ocean features in satellite images. 3.Identify cloud and precipitation systems in a satellite images.

Competencies 4.Compare and interpret satellite images at different wavelengths. Describe what enhanced features are apparent using these different images/wavelengths. 5.Describe principles behind satellite derived wind products and use to interpret winds from satellite observations. Identify inherent limitations in GOES satellite observations.

Competencies 6.Use satellite imagery in combination with surface and upper air observations, NWP models and radar to enhance both the forecast and warning processes.

SHyMet Intern Topics 1.Understanding satellite imagery as observation A.Orientation (this session) B.A Brief Overview of GOES: operations, channels, and schedules (web module) C.Satellite Meteorology: GOES Channel Selection (web module) D.Polar Satellite Products for the Operational Forecaster, Module 1: POES Introduction and Background (web module) E.Sounder (teletraining)

SHyMet Intern Topics 2.Applications and case examples A.Satellite winds (teletraining) B.Cyclogenesis (teletraining) C.Severe weather (teletraining) D.Tropical (web module)

SHyMet Intern Schedule Delivery method: self guided web modules and instructor led teletraining sessions.Delivery method: self guided web modules and instructor led teletraining sessions. Expected completion time: 16 hoursExpected completion time: 16 hours

Surveys and Exams Background SurveyBackground Survey –Complete at the end of this orientation Online exams for web modulesOnline exams for web modules –Administered through LMS for NOAA employees –Requires at least 70% for each Topic completion –Complete as soon as possible after taking the module

Teletraining SOO’s sign up student via SHyMet calenderSOO’s sign up student via SHyMet calender First course offering: teletraining schedules during April, May and June (2006).First course offering: teletraining schedules during April, May and June (2006). Instructions to download VISITview session are on the student guide web page and they will also be sent in an . Ask your SOO for help.Instructions to download VISITview session are on the student guide web page and they will also be sent in an . Ask your SOO for help. After active participation in the teletraining, the instructor will mark you as complete.After active participation in the teletraining, the instructor will mark you as complete.

Teletraining Teletraining AudioAudio Same number for all sessions: , passcode notification with instructions will be sent about a week before each session notification with instructions will be sent about a week before each session Instructor John Weaver

“Live” Session Protocol Instructor does logistical workInstructor does logistical work Mute phone when not speakingMute phone when not speaking Never place phone on holdNever place phone on hold When you have a question either speak up or draw a question mark on the screenWhen you have a question either speak up or draw a question mark on the screen Use your “Do not disturb” signUse your “Do not disturb” sign

Teletraining troubleshooting Technical problems (ie. internet outage)Technical problems (ie. internet outage) –Inform instructor of any problem –follow the session using visitlocal.bat –reschedule for a later date Office “emergency”Office “emergency” –reschedule for a later date

Information: SHyMet Home Page Intern Track

Information SHyMet Intern Support FAQs on SHyMet Home PageFAQs on SHyMet Home Pagehttp://rammb.cira.colostate.edu/training/shymet/intern_faq.asp Help!Help! –Ask your SOO –send to contacts all instructors and assistantscontacts all instructors and assistants –Contact the Topic instructor directly

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