As a supplement to my general knowledge, I've decided to complete the Distance Learning Operations Course (DLOC) which provides initial training on the use of the WSR-88D Radar. Why? Because I'm a weather nut. It is also because understanding this aspect of meteorology will help me not only understand (much) more than the average layman when it comes to the WSR-88D and interpreting it's products, but it will also keep me learning about new subjects in general which is never a bad use of time. The FY09 materials are currently on the web (although hard to find) so I'm taking the initiative to learn as much as I can. Since the next round of training doesn't start until, July, I should have plenty of time to get through it. SInce it's normally a 3-4 week course for NWS forecasters, I think I should be able to get through it in a few months.
No comments:
Post a Comment