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Parametrization of diabatic processes - The mass-flux approach and the IFS scheme

Format: Interactive modules (eLearning)

This lesson looks at the three classes of parametrization schemes and the main characteristics of the IFS scheme.

Parametrisation of diabatic processes - Convection in the context of large-scale circulation

Format: Interactive modules (eLearning)

This lesson will take you through what convection is and the phenomena it causes.

Cloud and precipitation parametrization 2: ice and mixed-phase microphysics

Format: Interactive modules (eLearning)

This lesson covers key processes in ice and mixed-phase clouds and precipitation, and parametrization uncertainties.

Representing model uncertainty with stochastic physics

Format: Interactive modules (eLearning)

Explore sources of uncertainty in NWP and how this is represented in the IFS using stochastic physics.

Cloud and precipitation parametrization 1: overview and warm-phase microphysics

Format: Interactive modules (eLearning)

Explore the key microphysical and warm-phase processes of cloud and precipitation parametrisation and their use in NWP.

Understanding Uncertainty in Weather Forecasts

Format: Interactive modules (eLearning)

Learn about the main sources of uncertainty in weather forecasting and how they are addressed in early warning systems.

An introduction to single-column modelling

Format: Interactive modules (eLearning)

How SCM is used to investigate the physical processes of a global model in isolation, its applications and limitations.

Parametrisation of diabatic processes - case studies (convection)

Format: Interactive modules (eLearning)

Four case studies exploring the conditions that cause deep convection, considering predictability and forecast errors.