This Spotter Training is open to the public and free to attend.
Location:
Indiana Wesleyan University
Barnes Student Center
4201 S. Washington St.
Marion, IN 46953
Parking:
Visitor parking is available in parking lots *23, *24, 25, 27 and 28
Lots 23 and 24 are closest to the Student Center
This program is not sponsored by or affiliated with Indiana Wesleyan University.
Date:
Monday, September 23, 2019
Time:
6:00 PM - (please arrive 30 minutes early to sign-in)
Several Online Courses are NOW available!
Enroll in the
MetEd Skywarn Spotter Course
The Skywarn Course consists of TWO modules
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Role of the Skywarn Spotter
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This course covers the basics of being a SKYWARN Spotter. The goal of the course is to provide baseline training for all spotters through multiple modules covering the procedures for spotting (including communication and spotter report criteria) and safety considerations for all hazards.
You can choose to register as a SKYWARN Spotter with the National Weather Service (NWS) by using the checkbox that appears after you Enroll in the course. If you check the box, you may be able to register with the NWS after passing the course. These online course will be used as a supplemental training material for the spotter classes offered by the Northern Indiana NWS Offfice.
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* New Spotter
* Spotter Renewal Training
* Basic to Intermediate Level
Time Required
1.5 to 3.5 hours
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Skywarn Convective Basics
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The "SKYWARN® Spotter Convective Basics" module will guide users to a basic understanding of convective storms. Through three different scenarios, you will cover reporting and proper communication of local storm reports to the National Weather Service (NWS), personal safety during these events, and field identification of convective storm hazards. After completing the scenarios, you will be given the opportunity to practice identifying storm features from a spectrum of photos. |
* Skywarn Spotters
* Safety Decision Makers
* Spotter Renewal Training
* Basic to Intermediate Level
Time Required
1.5 to 3.5 hours
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Optional but recommended training
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Weather Radar Fundamentals
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This 2-hour module presents the fundamental principles of Doppler weather radar operation and how to interpret common weather phenomena using radar imagery. This is accomplished via conceptual animations and many interactive radar examples in which the user can practice interpreting both radar reflectivity and radar velocity imagery. Although intended as an accelerated introduction to understanding and using basic Doppler weather radar products, the module can also serve as an excellent refresher for more experienced users. |
* Skywarn Spotters
* Safety Decision Makers
* Spotter Renewal Training
* Intermediate Level
Time Required
2 to 4 hours
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