Course info

Following on from the modules Introduction to Storm Surge and National Storm Surge Forecasting, this module:

·         reviews the science of tropical cyclone storm tide;

·         reviews regional coastal vulnerability to TC-related storm tide;

·         describes the new tropical cyclone storm tide forecast guidance;

·         describes the forecast process applying the guidance during operations to issue storm tide advices.

For the 2020/21 tropical cyclone season there is little change to the existing products issued but this will likely change during subsequent seasons.

Case studies are used to demonstrate the application of guidance information to determine warning strategies.

Completion of the course requires successfully completing a quiz at the end to demonstrate understanding of the guidance systems and how they can be used in operations. A grade of at least 85% is required.

Allow approximately 1-2 hours to complete this module. [depending on scope]

Method:	Online
Duration:	1-2 hours
Assessment:	Quiz. You'll need to achieve at least 85% on each quiz to pass overall
Help:	Contact James Thompson