BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN
APPLIED METEOROLOGY
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Embry-Riddle's Meteorology Degree Program Will
Give You the Knowledge and Skills to Succeed in Several Weather-Related
Career Tracks
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
The program aims to produce graduates with the necessary knowledge, analytical
skills, and operational expertise to succeed in the industry. Graduates
will be competitive for jobs in aviation and aerospace, radio and television,
and business and government operations.
PROGRAM INFORMATION
Meteorology Students Will Choose One of
Four Areas of Concentration
If you pursue the Applied Meteorology degree, you have the option
of selecting one of four areas of concentration (AOC). Generally, you
will select an AOC by the end of your fourth semester. All students
must complete the general education courses, Applied Meteorology core
courses, and the courses required to complete one AOC in order to complete
the requirements for the Applied Meteorology degree.
Your junior and senior year programs depend on the AOC chosen.
The Flight Weather AOC offers courses geared toward careers involved
with providing weather services to the aviation/aerospace industry.
If you select the Commercial Weather AOC, you'll learn how businesses
are run and how weather impacts operations. By selecting appropriate
courses, you can complete a minor in Business Administration.
Select the Media Weather AOC if you're interested in journalism, radio,
and television. You'll combine meteorology with studies in verbal and
written communications. Internships may be conducted with newspapers,
radio stations, or network/cable television channels.
The Research AOC will prepare you for graduate studies. You'll also
qualify for federal and military professional meteorology positions.
DEGREE REQUIREMENTS
Our Program Produces Meteorology Experts
Who Make Flying Safer
This program offers those students with a passion for the weather the
opportunity to study, learn, and simulate atmospheric conditions ranging
from global climate to the tornado. Besides mastering the essentials
of meteorology, students will acquire those communicative skills necessary
to translate complex atmospheric phenomena into the practical language
of operational decision makers. The program aims to produce graduates
with the necessary knowledge, analytical skills, and operational expertise
to add value to any decision impacted by the weather. Graduates will
be competitive for jobs ranging from the aviation and aerospace industry
to radio and television or business and government operations of the
21st century.
Degree Requirements
REQUIREMENTS
Download complete requirements for this program in pdf format.
The Bachelor of Science degree in Applied Meteorology requires successful completion of a minimum of 120 credit hours and can be attained in eight semesters. Students pursuing the Applied Meteorology degree will select one of four areas of concentration (AOC) from among Flight Weather, Media Weather, Commercial Weather, or calculus-based Research AOC, generally by the end of their fourth semester. All students must complete the general education courses, Applied Meteorology core courses, and the required courses fro one AOC in order to graduate with a Bachelors of Science in Applied Meteorology. Students wishing to become eligible for employment in the U.S. government as a meteorologist must complete the Research AOC in order to meet U.S. Office of Personnel Management Qualification Standards. All students entering the Applied Meteorology program must take a math placement test or show suitable advanced placement. Because many courses have prerequisites or corequisites, students in the Research AOC should prepare to begin the required calculus sequence as soon as they are eligible.
OTHER LINKS
Applied Aviation Sciences Department - Daytona Beach, FL
http://www.erau.edu/omni/db/academicorgs/dbaasd/degrees.html
Operational Weather Cafe - Applied Meteorology
http://opwx.db.erau.edu/
Aviation Weather Center
http://aviationweather.noaa.gov/
CAREER OUTLOOK
The Embry-Riddle Connection Gives You Best Shot At Meteorology Jobs
in Aviation/Aerospace, Media, and Business and Government Operations
The largest employer of meteorologists in this country is the United
States government. Many work for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric
Administration (NOAA), which include the National Weather Service. Some
are on active duty with the military services, primarily the Air Force
and the Navy, while others are civilian employees of the Department
of Defense. Other federal agencies such as the National Aeronautics
and Space Administration (NASA), the Department of Energy, and the Department
of Agriculture also employ meteorologists. Other major employers include
universities and private industry.
The Embry-Riddle Advantage: The Career Services Office
One of the most valuable benefits of being a student or alumnus of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University is access to the resources of the Career Services Office.
The Career Services Office provides career development assistance to all students
and alumni of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, regardless of campus affiliation.
The Daytona Beach office serves Daytona Beach, Worldwide Campus, and Worldwide Online students.
Prescott campus students are served by the Prescott office.
The Career Services Web site offers students
and alumni:
- A virtual library of job search aids including interview tips
- An alumni network which enables students to contact alumni throughout the United States and abroad to learn more about their careers and employers.
- Sample résumés and cover letters
- Company profiles and employment hotlines
- Cooperative education opportunities
- Current job listings; and
- A Web-based résumé referral service
A career fair is hosted at the Daytona Beach and Prescott campuses each fall. Throughout each year,
dozens of companies visit the campuses to recruit students and to provide information
about their industry. On-campus interviews are also scheduled year-round.
The Career Services Office employs a staff of program managers to provide
one-on-one career advisement, mock interviews, and résumé
critique services. The Career Services Office encourages students to make contact
early in their Embry-Riddle educations to explore career options and develop
a successful job search strategy.
More From the Career Services Office
Career Advisement
Several degree-specific program managers are available for assistance with career choice/change,
exploration of career opportunities, and development of job search techniques.
Career Resource Center
The Career Resource Center is a library of information that includes addresses
and information on potential employers, as well as information on hiring trends,
salaries, and other career references. The Career Resource Center is continuously
updated and expanded to meet student needs. The Career Services Web site also serves as a virtual resource center with links to job
listings, salary information, sample résumés, interview preparation, and company
Web sites.
EagleHire Network
The EagleHire Network allows students and alumni
to submit résumés directly to employers seeking full-time and co-op/internship candidates.
EagleHire is a free service and is available to all students and alumni of
the University.
Cooperative Education/Internship Program
Cooperative education positions provide an opportunity for students to gain
valuable work experience while earning college credit, learn about their chosen
field, and establish contacts in the industry. Co-ops and internships are opportunities
to earn college credit while gaining career-related work experience for undergraduate
and graduate students.
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