Department of Geological and Atmospheric Sciences

Meteorology 2270 - Computational Meteorology

HPC Surface Plot
Latest surface analysis from the Weather Prediction Center.

Class Description

An introduction to computer programming using both FORTRAN and Python with focus on meteorological applications. Emphasis on basics of good programming techniques and style through extensive practice in top-down design, writing, running, and debugging small programs. Topics include operations and functions, selective execution, repetitive execution, arrays, input/output, file processing, and subprograms. This course is designed for majors.

Prerequisties

  • Credit or enrollment in Mteor 2060
  • Credit or enrollment in Phys 2310


Dave Flory

Meet the Instructor

Dave Flory
Teaching Professor
3101 Agronomy Hall
Phone: (515) 294-0264
Email: flory@iastate.edu
Office Hours: By Appointment
Dave Flory's on Twitter View Dave Flory's LinkedIn profile Dave Flory's on Facebook Send Email to Dave Flory

Class News & Updates

Exam #2

Exam #2 is scheduled for in class on Friday, November 8.

Homework #6

Homework #9 has been assigned. Due: TBD after the second hour exam.


Weather News

Daily Weather Story

Click the image to see the most recent NWS weather story for central Iowa.

Important Dates

September 2: University Holiday - No Class
November 25-29: Thanksgiving break
December 9: Senior Research Symposium
Tentative Final Exam Date: Wednesday, December 18, 7:30-9:30 am.