MT24E-Forecasting: practice and presentation

Module Provider: Meteorology
Number of credits: 10 [5 ECTS credits]
Level:5
Terms in which taught: Spring term module
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Current from: 2023/4

Module Convenor: Dr Peter Inness
Email: p.m.inness@reading.ac.uk

Module Co-convenor: Dr Simone Knox
Email: s.knox@reading.ac.uk

Type of module:

Summary module description:

This module covers basic forecasting techniques.

Aims:
This module aims first to provide an understanding of the basic 'bench' forecasting techniques followed by the production of a filmed TV -style forecast in collaboration with the Department of Film, Television and Drama in their modern studio.

Assessable learning outcomes:

By the end of this module the student will be able to:

• Use a variety of basic forecasting methods using live data and to produce an effective forecast;


• Produce a TV-style forecast in a professional environment.

Additional outcomes:

Students will enhance their presentation skills through the professionally produced TV-style forecast.Ìý Students will complete a reflective assessment of their progress in developing their TV forecast.

Outline content:
The early sessions will involve lectures and practicals on the production of 'bench' forecasts using 'live' data. The second half of the module is built around working towards a ''live'' Tv Weather Forecast.

Global context:
The forecast methods used are applicable in differing geographical areas.

Brief description of teaching and learning methods:
There will be brief discussions to introduce the phenomena and techniques that will be studied in the practical sessions. During these sessions, the current weather will be routinely discussed in a "live" context to exemplify the concepts covered in lectures. Students will also learn how to produce and present a TV weather forecast in a time-limited fashion.