Gaining the sub-structure of the science of meteorology and to examine the effects before (Pre) and after (post) flight in aviation.
Course Content
This course contains; Introduction to Atmosphere and Gases,Energy transfer in the atmosphere, sun and seasons,Surface temperature, cycles and Spherical distribution,Water source in the atmosphere, water vapor and cloud formation,Meteorological observations, direct measurements on the surface and upper layers,The bases of the wind and the forces that move the air,Air masses and Fronts,Friction in the air and small-scale winds,Forecasting methods and forecasting processes,Observations for aviation - METAR - SPECI,Aviation forecasts - Landing forecast - Airfield forecast,Meteorological notices - SIGMET - AIRMET - GAMET,Meteorological Services Provided at Airports,Meteorology for a National and International Airport Ideal Placement Plan for Device CAT I, II ve III.
Course Learning Outcomes
Teaching Methods
Assessment Methods
1.Will be able to define the components and layers of the atmosphere.
9
A
1.1.Explain the components of the atmosphere.
1.2.Explains the changes in the components of the atmosphere with altitude.
1.3.Knows the properties of the layers of the atmosphere.
2.Will be able to explain meteorological events.
9
A
2.1.Explains the formation of wind, its types, local and global winds.
3.Will be able to understand meteorological phenomena such as clouds and icing.
9
A
3.1.Recognizes the factors affecting cloud formation, cloud types and properties.
3.2.Understands what icing is, its types, formation mechanisms, and its effects on the aircraft.
4.Knows the viewing distance and the factors that limit vision.
16, 9
A
4.1.Understands the importance of visual range used in aviation.
5.1.Knows METAR, SPECI and TAF reports.
2.2. Defines the factors that cause turbulence.
2.3. Explains front formations.
3.3. Understands that icing can cause aircraft accidents.
4.2. Understands the factors that limit vision.
5 .Can explain meteorological reports, messages, publications and maps used in aviation.
16, 9
A
5.2. Knows SIGMET, AIRMET and GAMET warning messages.
Meteorology for a National and International Airport Ideal Placement Plan for Device CAT I, II ve III
Resources
"Meteorology" Understanding the Atmosphere, Prof. Dr. Mikdat Kadıoğlu - Dr. Sedef Çakır, Nobel Akademic Publishing, Ankara, 2015. ISBN: 978-605-320-209-7
"Havacılık Meteorolojisine Giriş", Mikdat Kadıoğlu, Nobel Akademik Yayıncılık, 2021, ISBN: 9786254171185
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
No
Program Qualification
Contribution Level
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
X
3
X
4
X
5
6
X
7
8
X
9
X
10
X
11
X
12
X
13
X
14
X
15
Assessment Methods
Contribution Level
Absolute Evaluation
Rate of Midterm Exam to Success
40
Rate of Final Exam to Success
60
Total
100
ECTS / Workload Table
Activities
Number of
Duration(Hour)
Total Workload(Hour)
Course Hours
14
3
42
Guided Problem Solving
0
0
0
Resolution of Homework Problems and Submission as a Report
0
0
0
Term Project
1
10
10
Presentation of Project / Seminar
0
0
0
Quiz
1
10
10
Midterm Exam
1
20
20
General Exam
1
30
30
Performance Task, Maintenance Plan
0
0
0
Total Workload(Hour)
112
Dersin AKTS Kredisi = Toplam İş Yükü (Saat)/30*=(112/30)
4
ECTS of the course: 30 hours of work is counted as 1 ECTS credit.
Detail Informations of the Course
Course Description
Course
Code
Semester
T+P (Hour)
Credit
ECTS
METEOROLOGY
SHU2177140
Fall Semester
3+0
3
4
Course Program
Prerequisites Courses
Recommended Elective Courses
Language of Course
Turkish
Course Level
Short Cycle (Associate's Degree)
Course Type
Required
Course Coordinator
Lect. Çağlayan KAVGAOĞLU
Name of Lecturer(s)
Lect. Tuğçe BAŞAKCI YÖRÜK
Assistant(s)
Aim
Gaining the sub-structure of the science of meteorology and to examine the effects before (Pre) and after (post) flight in aviation.
Course Content
This course contains; Introduction to Atmosphere and Gases,Energy transfer in the atmosphere, sun and seasons,Surface temperature, cycles and Spherical distribution,Water source in the atmosphere, water vapor and cloud formation,Meteorological observations, direct measurements on the surface and upper layers,The bases of the wind and the forces that move the air,Air masses and Fronts,Friction in the air and small-scale winds,Forecasting methods and forecasting processes,Observations for aviation - METAR - SPECI,Aviation forecasts - Landing forecast - Airfield forecast,Meteorological notices - SIGMET - AIRMET - GAMET,Meteorological Services Provided at Airports,Meteorology for a National and International Airport Ideal Placement Plan for Device CAT I, II ve III.
Course Learning Outcomes
Teaching Methods
Assessment Methods
1.Will be able to define the components and layers of the atmosphere.
9
A
1.1.Explain the components of the atmosphere.
1.2.Explains the changes in the components of the atmosphere with altitude.
1.3.Knows the properties of the layers of the atmosphere.
2.Will be able to explain meteorological events.
9
A
2.1.Explains the formation of wind, its types, local and global winds.
3.Will be able to understand meteorological phenomena such as clouds and icing.
9
A
3.1.Recognizes the factors affecting cloud formation, cloud types and properties.
3.2.Understands what icing is, its types, formation mechanisms, and its effects on the aircraft.
4.Knows the viewing distance and the factors that limit vision.
16, 9
A
4.1.Understands the importance of visual range used in aviation.
5.1.Knows METAR, SPECI and TAF reports.
2.2. Defines the factors that cause turbulence.
2.3. Explains front formations.
3.3. Understands that icing can cause aircraft accidents.
4.2. Understands the factors that limit vision.
5 .Can explain meteorological reports, messages, publications and maps used in aviation.
16, 9
A
5.2. Knows SIGMET, AIRMET and GAMET warning messages.
Meteorology for a National and International Airport Ideal Placement Plan for Device CAT I, II ve III
Resources
"Meteorology" Understanding the Atmosphere, Prof. Dr. Mikdat Kadıoğlu - Dr. Sedef Çakır, Nobel Akademic Publishing, Ankara, 2015. ISBN: 978-605-320-209-7
"Havacılık Meteorolojisine Giriş", Mikdat Kadıoğlu, Nobel Akademik Yayıncılık, 2021, ISBN: 9786254171185
