The course is part of the Monaco Weather Lab programme coordinated by “La Belle Classe Academy” and will cover the main aspects of practical marine weather. The course introduces the very basics of marine weather with further technical and practical techniques discussed to assist in safer navigation for all maritime activities. The participants will acquire and develop the ability to observe and understand the weather at sea.
Course structure:
The course is delivered over four online sessions lasting about two hours each. A group of guest speakers will take turns including Francesco Pasi (Forecaster and researcher of the Lamma Weather Center), Christian Dumard ( Weather routing expert), Gianfranco Meggiorin (coordinator of Navimeteo), Tim Sykes ( Oceanographer and Marine Operations Manager) and other contributions from specialists operating in the weather and maritime industry.
Programme:
Module 1: Oceanography and Meteorology
Climate Change
The Mediterranean and the Worlds Oceans
Sources of Meteorological information
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Module 2: Direct Observation of Sea Weather
Meterology and the internet
Weather models and how to use them
Interpreting synoptic charts
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Module 3: Coastal Effects and Offshore Passages
Heavy weather and critical marine weather conditions
Thunder storms and lightning
Route simulations
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Module 4: Case Studies
Significant weather events
Port Operations and marine weather
Practical examples
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La Belle Classe Academy
Fees
Package of 4 sessions : 240€
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