The broadcast concentration focuses more on the communication aspect of meteorology.  Students take courses in the communications department in addition to the core earth science curriculum.  The broadcast studio gives students the opportunity to polish their on-air skills at the chroma-key and interaction with news talent.  Practicum in Broadcast Meteorology (EAS 431 & 432) are specifically designed for this purpose.



Phone Line - (724) 938-1582

Severe Weather Line - (724) 938-1636

 

The advisement sheet was revised to meet AMS standards during the Summer of 2005. The new advisement sheet can be found by clicking on this link.


Operational meteorology concentrates on the physical side of meteorology.  Taking math and physics courses early in the student's college career is encouraged.  The Cal-U Weather Center is a lab environment where all meteorology students are able to apply what they learn in the classroom by forecasting for the Southwest PA region.  The forecasts issued by the Weather Center are available on the website and by calling the forecast hotline or the Weather Center. Forecasts are aired on WVCS Power 92, and CUTV Newscenter Live.


Dr. Chad Kauffman, Assistant Professor,

(724) 938-5760

Dr. Swarn Gill, Assistant Professor,

(724) 938-1677

Dr. Lawrence Moses, Professor

(724) 938-4180

Dr. Jamie Mitchem, Assistant Professor,

(724) 938-5956

Last Updated: 9/11/2006
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