Regional and Mesoscale Meteorology Branch

Introduction:

This module is part of the satellite foundational course for GOES-R (SatFC-G). This particular module covers mountain waves and orographic enhancement. The primary learning objective of this module is to introduce GOES-R capabilities in identification of mountain wave clouds, also known as orographic cirrus or lee wave clouds.

Since the size of this module is greater than 100 MB, we recommend that you utilize either the Download video OR YouTube version below.

Training Session Options:

NOAA/NWS students – to begin the training, use the web-based video, YouTube video, or audio playback options below (if present for this session). Certificates of completion for NOAA/NWS employees can be obtained by accessing the session via the Commerce Learn Center

1. Web-based video that can be taken at anytime (streamed, not recommended for low-bandwidth users). Be sure to have your speakers on and the volume loud enough to hear the presentation.
2. YouTube video:

1. Download video (recommended for low-bandwidth users) – This is an audio playback version in the form of an Articulate Presenter video and can be taken at anytime. Create a directory to download the video file from the following link: http://rammb.cira.colostate.edu/training/visit/training_sessions/goes_r_mountain_waves_and_orographic_enhancement/goes_r_mountain_waves_and_orographic_enhancement_articulate.zip After extracting the files into that directory click on either the presentation.html OR index.html file and the video will begin to play in your browser.

ROriginal Pre-Launch Version

This version of the training module debuted in the Fall of 2016 which included Himawari and pre-GOES-R era GOES imagery. Formats include:

• Articulate Presenter Video
• Articulate Download (zip file)
• Talking points document
• Youtube video

References/Additional Links

VISIT training module: Synthetic Imagery in Forecasting Orographic Cirrus

goes_r_mountain_waves_and_orographic_enhancement_talking_points are available for this lesson and may be printed out to easily review the session in detail at any time.

Powerpoint file

VISIT training module: Satellite Interpretation of Orographic Clouds