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Time is running out! Once again, us here at NEXLAB are humbled and greatful at the support our donors have shown us during this current donation drive. We can’t thank you enough and you have re-strengthened our resolve to provide the best quality content we can! With that said, we have yet to reach our goal that would allow us to persue a major serverSevere weather safety and spotting techniques will be explored. COD/NEXLAB Storm Chasing Web Page ESAS 1116 Weather Analysis and Forecasting I A study of day-to-day weather patterns with an emphasis on understanding the basics of meteorological processes and forecasting. Students read weather reports and weather maps needed to analyze current conditions and forecast weather. Taking advantage of a fully-operational weather laboratory, students monitor current weather conditions locally and across the nation. Forecasting Class notes and syllabi: Paul Sirvatka ESAS 1117 Weather Analysis and Forecasting II A continuation of Weather Analysis and Forecasting I. Students continue investigating sources of data, learn to analyze raw images, and interpret numerical weather forecasts. Taking advantage of a fully-operational weather laboratory, students monitor current weather conditions locally and across the nation. Forecasting Class notes and syllabi: Paul Sirvatka ESAS 2116 Advanced Weather Analysis and Forecasting I A continuation of Weather Analysis and Forecasting II. Emphasis is on independent analysis of weather events, forecast preparation, and mastery of hand data analysis. Taking advantage of a fully-operational weather laboratory, students monitor current weather conditions locally and across the nation. Forecasting Class notes and syllabi: Paul Sirvatka ESAS 2117 Advanced Weather Analysis and Forecasting II A continuation of Advanced Weather Analysis and Forecasting I. Students prepare a weekly forecast for the Chicago metropolitan area generally and DuPage County specifically, and track and evaluate their forecasting accuracy. Taking advantage of a fully-operational weather laboratory, students monitor current weather conditions locally and across the nation. Forecasting Class notes and syllabi: Paul Sirvatka ESAS 1111 Climate and Global Change Introduction to the earth’s climate, climate change, and the interactions between climate and the global environment. Physical, chemical, biological, and social factors contributing to climate and global change are investigated. Topics explored are: climate classifications, global warming and greenhouse effect, acid rain, ozone depletion, regional drought, and cataclysmic climate change. Man-made climate change as opposed to natural variability, along with human responses to potential climate change are debated. Forecasting Class notes and syllabus: Paul Sirvatka American Meteorolgoical Society - COD Student Chapter Our very own Weather Club at COD! We hold several meetings throughout the school year that frequently include presentations from professionals within the field. We also organize various activities including social events, field trips, and ways to benefit the the community. All are welcome to participate and join! See our website for...