气象的实际应用：创建本地广播电台的天气预报，在校园电视台提供天气预报，并在地区气象局和本地电视台实习。<br>仪器和设施可增强学生的学习体验，包括气象台，气象雷达，Linux实验室和地理信息系统（GIS）实验室。该计划符合国家气象局（NWS）聘用气象学家的课程要求。<br>获得教师的一对一关注积极参与学生进步的成员。<br>教师积极参与研究和出版。自2010年以来，该学院的成员获得了国家科学基金会极富竞争性的522,000笔资助。
Meteorology is the study of the physical characteristics of the lower atmosphere and the processes that are responsible for generating the weather. Students who complete the major are exposed to concepts, methodologies, and practical applications related to weather analysis and forecasting, as well as numerous environmental applications. Meteorology students use specialized equipment including instrumentation and computer applications associated with weather observations, weather radar, and remotely-sensed information.<br><br>Students who want to become professionals in meteorology-related fields should select the Applied Meteorology option. Students who want to pursue careers with the National Weather Service or want to go to graduate school should select the Operational Meteorology option.