This 100% online, flexible diploma course provides you with the most rigorous learning about Meteorological and Climate Physics”

From the Bhola cyclone, the flooding of the Yangtze River to hurricanes Katrina or the Indonesian Tsunami, they mark the natural catastrophes with the greatest impact in the most recent history of mankind. The importance of having predictive technological devices are key to risk reduction in this field.

Therefore, it is essential that engineering professionals have a deep knowledge of Meteorological and Climate Physics, which allows them to create projects in this line or in other sectors such as aeronautics where these concepts are key. Given this reality, TECH Global University has created this Postgraduate certificate which Benefits the graduates the most advanced knowledge of this science in just 6 weeks.

This is an academic itinerary that will lead students to delve into the general structure of the atmosphere, radiative energy exchange, thermodynamics and dynamics of the atmosphere and climate change. For this purpose, it has video summaries, videos in detail, readings and case studies that make up the extensive library of teaching resources for this degree.

In addition, thanks to the Relearning system, based on the continuous repetition of key concepts, the professional engineer will consolidate them in a simple way, thus reducing the hours of study and memorization.

Students have before them an avant-garde, flexible and comfortable academic option. All that is required is an electronic device (computer, tablet or cell phone) with Internet connection to access, at any time, the syllabus hosted on the virtual platform. An ideal option for those seeking a Postgraduate certificate and compatible with the most demanding responsibilities.

Thanks to the Relearning system, you will forget about long hours of study and will be able to grasp key concepts in an easier way”

This Postgraduate certificate in Meteorological and Climate Physics contains the most complete and up-to-date program on the market. The most important features include:

• Practical case studies are presented by experts in Physics
• The graphic, schematic, and practical contents with which they are created, provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice
• Practical exercises where self-assessment can be used to improve learning
• Its special emphasis on innovative methodologies
• Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection

Are you aware of the scientific evidence on Global Warming? Immerse yourself in this cutting-edge university degree”

The program’s teaching staff includes professionals from the sector who contribute their work experience to this educational program, as well as renowned specialists from leading societies and prestigious universities.

Its multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide an immersive education programmed to learn in real situations.

The design of this program focuses on Problem-Based Learning, by means of which the professional must try to solve the different professional practice situations that are presented throughout the academic course. For this purpose, the student will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned experts.

Incorporate to your engineering knowledge the latest physical advances in Atmospheric Dynamics and Thermodynamics"

Delve into the artificial modification of clouds and precipitation whenever you wish, from a digital device"

TECH Global University offers students numerous didactic material based on multimedia pills, specialized readings and case studies with which they can obtain an advanced and attractive learning about Meteorological and Climate Physics. An intensive 6-week course that will allow the future engineer to keep abreast of the latest research in this field and integrate it into their engineering projects. All of this, in addition to innovative multimedia content that can be accessed 24 hours a day , from any Digital device with Internet connection.

A study plan that will allow you to keep abreast of the most rigorous scientific studies on Meteorology and climatology”

Module 1. Meteorology and Climatology

1.1. General Structure of the Atmosphere

1.1.1. Weather and Climate
1.1.2. General Characteristics of the Earth’s Atmosphere
1.1.3. Atmospheric Composition
1.1.4. Horizontal and Vertical Structure of the Atmosphere
1.1.5. Atmospheric Variables
1.1.6. Observing Systems
1.1.7. Meteorological Scales
1.1.8. Equation of State
1.1.9. Hydrostatic Equation

1.2. Atmospheric Motion

1.2.1. Air Masses
1.2.2. Extratropical Cyclones and Fronts
1.2.3. Mesoscale and Microscale Phenomena
1.2.4. Fundamentals of Atmospheric Dynamics
1.2.5. Air Motion: Apparent and Real Forces
1.2.6. Equations of Horizontal Motion
1.2.7. Geostrophic Wind, Friction Force and Gradient Wind
1.2.8. Atmospheric General Circulation

1.3. Radiative Energy Exchange in the Atmosphere

1.3.1. Solar and Terrestrial Radiation
1.3.2. Absorption, Emission and Reflection of Radiation
1.3.3. Earth-Atmosphere Radiative Exchanges
1.3.4. Greenhouse Effect
1.3.5. Radiative Balance at the Top of the Atmosphere
1.3.6. Radiative Forcing of the Climate

1.3.6.1. Natural and Anthropogenic Climate Forcing
1.3.6.2. Climate Sensitivity

1.4. Thermodynamics of the Atmosphere

1.4.1. Adiabatic Processes: Potential Temperature
1.4.2. Stability and Instability of Dry Air
1.4.3. Saturation and Condensation of Water Vapor in the Atmosphere
1.4.4. Rise of Moist Air: Saturated and Pseudoadiabatic Adiabatic Evolution
1.4.5. Condensation Levels
1.4.6. Stability and Instability of Humid Air

1.5. Cloud Physics and Precipitation

1.5.1. General Cloud Formation Processes
1.5.2. Cloud Morphology and Classification
1.5.3. Cloud Microphysics: Condensation Nuclei and Ice Nuclei
1.5.4. Precipitation Processes: Rain, Snow and Hail Formation
1.5.5. Artificial Modification of Clouds and Precipitation

1.6. Atmospheric Dynamics

1.6.1. Inertial and Non-Inertial Forces
1.6.2. Coriolis Force
1.6.3. Equation of Motion
1.6.4. Horizontal Pressure Field
1.6.5. Pressure Reduction at Sea Level
1.6.6. Horizontal Pressure Gradient
1.6.7. Pressure-Density
1.6.8. Isohipsas
1.6.9. Equation of Motion in the Intrinsic Coordinate System
1.6.10. Horizontal Frictionless Flow. Geostrophic Wind. Gradient Wind
1.6.11. Friction Effect
1.6.12. Wind at Height
1.6.13. Local and Small-Scale Wind Regimes
1.6.14. Pressure and Wind Measurements

1.7. Synoptic Meteorology

1.7.1. Baric Systems
1.7.2. Anticyclones
1.7.3. Air Masses
1.7.4. Frontal Surfaces
1.7.5. Warm Fronts
1.7.6. Cold Front
1.7.7. Frontal Depressions. Occlusion Occluded Front

1.8. General Circulation

1.8.1. General Characteristics of the General Circulation
1.8.2. Surface and Overhead Observations
1.8.3. Single-Cell Model
1.8.4. Tricellular Model
1.8.5. Jet Streams
1.8.6. Ocean Currents
1.8.7. Ekman Transport
1.8.8. Global Distribution of Precipitation
1.8.9. Teleconnections. El Niño-Southern Oscillation. The North Atlantic Oscillation

1.9. Climate System

1.9.1. Climate Classifications
1.9.2. Köppen Classification
1.9.3. Components of the Climate System
1.9.4. Coupling Mechanisms
1.9.5. Hydrological Cycle
1.9.6. Carbon Cycle
1.9.7. Response Times
1.9.8. Feedback
1.9.9. Climate Models

1.10. Climate Change

1.10.1. Concept of Climate Change
1.10.2. Data Collection. Paleoclimatic Techniques
1.10.3. Evidence of Climate Change. Paleoclimate
1.10.4. Current Global Warming
1.10.5. Energy Balance Model
1.10.6. Radiative Forcing
1.10.7. Causal Mechanisms of Climate Change
1.10.8. General Circulation Models and Projections

A university degree that will enable you to keep abreast of the latest paleoclimatic techniques used and data collection”