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Forecast Jumpiness: An introduction

Format: Interactive modules (eLearning)

Learn about the ways in which forecast jumpiness can appear and how it can be mitigated.

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.

Satellite observations and their role in NWP

Format: Interactive modules (eLearning)

Learn about the role of satellite observations and measurements, and how these are assimilated and monitored for NWP.

Sources of Uncertainty

Format: Interactive modules (eLearning)

Learn about uncertainties and chaotic behaviour in NWP, why ensembles are needed and how they are used at ECMWF.

An introduction to Data Assimilation

Format: Interactive modules (eLearning)

Learn about data assimilation and how it is used to define ‘optimal' initial conditions for NWP at ECMWF.

Introduction to the parametrization of sub-grid processes

Format: Interactive modules (eLearning)

Learn how sub-grid-scale processes (not explicitly simulated in NWP), are parameterised and how challenges are overcome.

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.

MLWC MOOC 3: Applications of Machine Learning in Weather and Climate

Format: Interactive modules (eLearning)

Six modules giving ML applications in observations, forecasting, data assimilation, post-processing, ocean and more.

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.

Introduction to Cloud Parametrisation

Format: Interactive modules (eLearning)

An introduction to the basic concepts for the design of a cloud and precipitation microphysics parametrisation.