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Minor Courses of Study

Aviation Weather

The minor in Aviation Weather introduces the student with an interest in the
weather to the intriguing world of meteorology. Developed primarily for
aviation students, but suitable for anyone with an interest in meteorology,
the minor is obtained by completing nine hours of WX courses beyond the two
required courses. The minor is not appropriate for students who major in
Applied Meteorology, and must include at least six hours of upper-level
credits. Always check the catalog for prerequisites.

Requires a total of 15 hours of weather courses.

Required courses

Course Title Credits
WX 201 Meteorology I 3
WX 352 Meteorology II 3

Students may choose three of the following electives:

Course Title Credits
WX 261 Applied Climatology 3
WX 363 The Thunderstorm and Its Environment 3
WX 364 Weather Information Available to Aircrews 3
WX 365 Satellite and Radar Weather Interpretation 3
Or any combination of WX courses 9
Total credits required 15