KXXX Weather Assessment Describe/introduce your airport (you should include the ID!!) and it’s setting (refer to image below) Describe your ASOS location (refer to your ASOS Location figure below) and its relation to the airport and other features of interest (runways, buildings, etc.). Think of those things that may impact the winds! Add other information you consider important to introduce your airport. This can include your climate zone determination. Important wx that frequently occurs in the region.

Note, all graphs should have a title and numbered caption. Introduce and discuss your monthly climate statistics – these plots should come from your assignment “ASOS Monthly Statistics for a Year for Your Siteâ€. Include figures below from 2 of the monthly statistics of your choice below. You can discuss some of your other monthly statistics as well, but you will need to refer to them as “(not shown)â€. Discuss all your wind assessment work here.

You will include 4 graphs of choice in the 1st column (left side) in the red shaded middle portion of the poster. Refer to those graphs in this section. You did a lot of work on wind statistics, including crosswind analysis. You must include the wind rose as one of your plots! This figure already has a spot to the left.

The 3 additional plots below the wind rose plot will be your choice. You should discuss how the wind statistics may be influenced by the ASOS setting and you can refer back to your figures in the Introduction section. Drive home important points! Discuss all of your weather assessments. This includes fog, ceilings, flight rules categories and your “freestyle†weather assessment.

You will include 4 graphs of your choice in the 2nd column (right hand side) of the red shaded middle portion of the poster (except for the Freestyle graphics). The two figures below should be from your Freestyle assessment. Drive home important points! Refer to your graphs when making points! Introduction METAR Climate Statistics METAR Winds and Weather WIND 3 RENAME Figure 7.

WX 3 RENAME Figure 11. Wind Assessment Weather Assessment Wind Rose Figure 5. WX 1 RENAME Figure 9. WIND 2 RENAME Figure 6. WX 2 RENAME Figure 10.

WIND 4 RENAME Figure 8. WX4 RENAME Figure 12. Airport Setting Figure 1. ASOS Location Figure 2. Stats 1 RENAME Figure 3.

Stats 2 RENAME Figure 4. Freestyle 1 RENAME Figure 13. Freestyle 2 RENAME Figure 15. 1 Project 08 Arguable Claim Email (25 points) Write an arguable claim email after reading chapter 14 Emails in your textbook. However, you also need to study writing the arguable claim letter section that is described on pages ().

The sample letter is on . In addition, I have posted a “Sample Claim Letter†in the Handouts folder on Blackboard. Note: The sample letters use the correct organizational strategy for an arguable claim letter, but do not copy them exactly. Do not copy the language, words or phrases, or paragraph length—this is not a template, it’s merely one sample. Video Explanation of Assignment and Sample Letter: (13 minutes) Assignment Length: Write a claim email that is between 5-7 paragraphs in length and written in correct business tone.

Email Paragraphs: Single-spaced email. Don’t exceed 7 sentences (email paragraphs are shorter than traditional documents) Use the background information below to write your email: Background Information You work for the Academy of American Poets, a non-profit organization, as their accounts manager. The AAP has received an erroneous bill from a longstanding business client, and you have been trying to investigate the issue for the last two weeks. You are writing one last email in an attempt to solve this problem. The Problem In February, the Academy of American Poets held a poetry reading in honor of National Poetry Month at the downtown YMCA in New York City.

Since the inception of National Poetry Month in 2011, the YMCA has provided its space at a reduced rate of

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KXXX Weather Assessment Describe/introduce your airport (you should include the ID!!) and it’s setting (refer to image below) Describe your ASOS location (refer to your ASOS Location figure below) and its relation to the airport and other features of interest (runways, buildings, etc.). Think of those things that may impact the winds! Add other information you consider important to introduce your airport. This can include your climate zone determination. Important wx that frequently occurs in the region.

Note, all graphs should have a title and numbered caption. Introduce and discuss your monthly climate statistics – these plots should come from your assignment “ASOS Monthly Statistics for a Year for Your Siteâ€. Include figures below from 2 of the monthly statistics of your choice below. You can discuss some of your other monthly statistics as well, but you will need to refer to them as “(not shown)â€. Discuss all your wind assessment work here.

You will include 4 graphs of choice in the 1st column (left side) in the red shaded middle portion of the poster. Refer to those graphs in this section. You did a lot of work on wind statistics, including crosswind analysis. You must include the wind rose as one of your plots! This figure already has a spot to the left.

The 3 additional plots below the wind rose plot will be your choice. You should discuss how the wind statistics may be influenced by the ASOS setting and you can refer back to your figures in the Introduction section. Drive home important points! Discuss all of your weather assessments. This includes fog, ceilings, flight rules categories and your “freestyle†weather assessment.

You will include 4 graphs of your choice in the 2nd column (right hand side) of the red shaded middle portion of the poster (except for the Freestyle graphics). The two figures below should be from your Freestyle assessment. Drive home important points! Refer to your graphs when making points! Introduction METAR Climate Statistics METAR Winds and Weather WIND 3 RENAME Figure 7.

WX 3 RENAME Figure 11. Wind Assessment Weather Assessment Wind Rose Figure 5. WX 1 RENAME Figure 9. WIND 2 RENAME Figure 6. WX 2 RENAME Figure 10.

WIND 4 RENAME Figure 8. WX4 RENAME Figure 12. Airport Setting Figure 1. ASOS Location Figure 2. Stats 1 RENAME Figure 3.

Stats 2 RENAME Figure 4. Freestyle 1 RENAME Figure 13. Freestyle 2 RENAME Figure 15. 1 Project 08 Arguable Claim Email (25 points) Write an arguable claim email after reading chapter 14 Emails in your textbook. However, you also need to study writing the arguable claim letter section that is described on pages ().

The sample letter is on . In addition, I have posted a “Sample Claim Letter†in the Handouts folder on Blackboard. Note: The sample letters use the correct organizational strategy for an arguable claim letter, but do not copy them exactly. Do not copy the language, words or phrases, or paragraph length—this is not a template, it’s merely one sample. Video Explanation of Assignment and Sample Letter: (13 minutes) Assignment Length: Write a claim email that is between 5-7 paragraphs in length and written in correct business tone.

Email Paragraphs: Single-spaced email. Don’t exceed 7 sentences (email paragraphs are shorter than traditional documents) Use the background information below to write your email: Background Information You work for the Academy of American Poets, a non-profit organization, as their accounts manager. The AAP has received an erroneous bill from a longstanding business client, and you have been trying to investigate the issue for the last two weeks. You are writing one last email in an attempt to solve this problem. The Problem In February, the Academy of American Poets held a poetry reading in honor of National Poetry Month at the downtown YMCA in New York City.

Since the inception of National Poetry Month in 2011, the YMCA has provided its space at a reduced rate of $2,000. However, a week after the event, the Y billed the Academy $4,000 for use of the facility without notifying the Academy ahead of time regarding the price increase. Since the Academy works on a limited budget, such a price increase could prevent the Academy from using the space in the future. · As an employee of the Academy of American Poets, you have been in contact with two of the YMCA’s staff. You have spoken with Nick Fury, the events coordinator and his supervisor, Sue Harbringer, who is the office manager. · You will be writing to Deejah Thoris, the regional manager for the YMCA, who is the last person who could possibly help you with this issue. · Ms.

Thoris is the supervisor for both Mr. Fury and Ms. Harbringer. Email Instructions: Points for my grading are based on this bullet pointed list below. Read them closely: · Use the Background Information for the basis of your email, but you have creative flexibility with the interpretation of those facts.

You must expand and elaborate in any area where it assists your argument. · Areas to develop: You might mention your feelings about the event space and the service the YMCA provided. Was the AAPs event successful? · Expand and describe your interaction with Nick Fury and Sue Harbringer . You may add any supporting details, reasoning, and explanation that you think is important, and helps you build your argument. · Because your request is an arguable claim, organize the letter using an indirect pattern (as defined in Chapter 15). · Write a specific action statement for use in the letter. Define the purpose of the email by deciding what you want Ms. Thoris to do when she has finished reading it. · An additional persuasive strategy for a letter such as this would also include appeals to ETHOS (values and beliefs) of the intended audience (the YMCA), as you try to connect with and persuade them—what shared values or mission do you have? (perhaps review the YMCA’s website.) · Attachment: Add an attachment with your email.

Just name any document(s) you would (hypothetically) include with the email to support your argument. Don’t create a separate document—just name the types of documents you would want to include to help build your case. · Recipient’s email address: [email protected] · Your email address: Use your UH outlook email or a fake one. BEGIN YOUR EMAIL BELOW To: <email address> From: <email address> Subject: Brief title that specifies the topic and perspective on that topic Attachment: Title of attached file? [ Start email here] NOTE: Do not copy the language, phrasing or body paragraph length of this sample letter—use it as inspiration and a general model. Dear Ms. Dow, Over the past few years, Sports Gurus has provided a valuable service to my wife and me, regarding our son, Jeff.

We appreciate the attention you have devoted to our needs. Your staff has provided outstanding service to our family and we appreciate the sincere concern your counselors have expressed for my family’s well being. However, I am writing concerning a billing issue that I hope can be resolved soon. Comment by Colin: Introduction written in the INDIRECT STYLE. Opens referring to past positive relationship, but suggests that you have a problem that needs to be addressed.

Recently, we experienced a misunderstanding with your billing office. After Jeff’s last appointment with his trainer, we stopped by the front desk, where we learned we had a balance due in the amount of $155.00. The staff members did not know what the charge was for and said she would find out on the next day. Because we were in a hurry to pick up our son, I asked my wife to pay the amount, feeling we could sort out the details later. Comment by Colin: Calmly and objectively establishes the problem and related facts—the history, what happened?

The next day we found out that the $155.00 is a charge for our supposedly missing an appointment on May 29 at 2:00 p.m. This news was a big surprised to my wife and me. I checked my detailed phone log and verified that I had called your office on the morning of May 27 to cancel the appointment and reschedule it for a later date. In addition to the entry in my log, I specifically recall the telephone conversation. Comment by Colin: Provides a clear time line and is specific about what took place.

In sum, my wife and I ask that you and your office staff void the $155.00 charge. It would be unfair to charge us $155.00 when we canceled our May 29 appointment more than 48 hours in advance. I am confident that we met your cancellation guidelines. I am particularly conscientious about keeping all appointments I make, and if I cannot keep an appointment, I always cancel well before the agreed upon time. Comment by Colin: ACTION STATEMENT *Makes a specific request for an adjustment.

Comment by Colin: Persuasive strategy—ends by appealing to ethos and pathos (values and credibility of writer). Considering the money and time my wife and I have spent with you, this particular incident is relatively minor. Sports Gurus offers the best counselling for athletes and their families in the country, and we are convinced that—until now—our son Jeff has benefited from his time under your team’s guidance. We hope this issue can be resolved amicably, and we look forward to future meetings with you. Comment by Colin: Ends with positive tone If you would like to discuss the matter with me, please call me at .

Thank you. Sincerely, Bob Smith ASOS Poster Guidelines and Scoring Rubric Spring 2021 Figures, Figure Captions and Text You must use the Powerpoint template provided to do your project poster . You can convert them to a Google-friendly or Mac-friendly version but they need to stay as a presentation type format. I do not want them converted to document formats such as Word. The Powerpoint template has spots for you to upload figures.

In most of the cases you will need to update the figure title to be more appropriate for your particular graphic. You do not need two titles in a graphic and you may need to crop out portions of the images you use. You also need a properly labeled x-axis and y-axis . The following is an example of a figure with a proper figure caption. Your figures in the poster all should have a numbered caption which helps describe the plot.

Figure captions should be concise and describe the data shown and may draw attention to important features in the graph, but I would prefer you to use your main text for most of the interpretation/discussion of your figures. You should be referring to all your figures in the text . For example, you might say something like "The wind gustiness is quite enhanced for winds from the southwest (Figure 10).†Listed below are a few comments on each of the poster sections, other notes are included in the provided template. 1. Introduction. (2 figures with titled and numbered captions) As indicated in the poster template this section will focus on introducing your site.

Use graphics that bring home your points for the airport and ASOS location graphics. You can use your climate zone assessment in this section for text discussion. · The ASOS Location Graphic should be your airport diagram with your ASOS location professionally labeled . · The “Airport Setting†graphic should be another graphic that shows your location with some geographic context . This could be a google satellite/earth type image, or a topographic image that shows context. This figure, in particular, can be used later in the discussion of wind gustiness and the wind rose to help explain what you are observing in your data. 2.

METAR climate statistics (2 figures) Your discussion of your METAR climate statistics . You must discuss two statistical graphics selected for inclusion – pick the ones you think are the most interesting to discuss. If you want to include information in your discussion from unshown graphics, please add (unshown) in the discussion instead of referring to a figure caption. So, if you want to talk about density altitude, pick that as one of your plots! 3.

Wind Assessment (4 figures). Note that you must include your windrose graphic in this assessment as one of your graphics. A good discussion will relate the windrose data to the ASOS/airport setting as noted in the discussion of your introductory figures. The others are up to you. If you think the crosswinds were an important aspect of your airport, include a figure from that and talk about it.

If you think the gustiness was notable, include that figure and discuss it. 4. Weather Assessment (6 figures) Pick the weather related graphics that you think tell the most important points for this location. Note that you are not limited to the set you sent me as part of the “Freestyle†assignment – you may have thought of some other ideas of what to use and you can run the program again and create some new graphics. Don’t pick graphics that are uninteresting.

If you are putting a figure that you don’t think you want to discuss, then you are probably picking the wrong figure to include! Fill in the author (you) and if you do not use the optional text at the bottom of the poster please delete it. Do not leave it as “Add text here…†that would not be professional and I would take off points for that. THE NEXT PAGE INCLUDES THE RUBRIC THAT WILL BE USED TO GRADE YOUR POSTER ENTRIES. This will be followed by some other advice on the last page. · Note that I will be grading on the quality of the assessment and the writing. · Higher grades will be given for comments and discussions with more insight.

This is not just a quick upload of some of your assignment graphs into a poster with some brief comment. Excellent(A) Good(B) Adequate(C) Poor(D/F) Visual Presentation · The poster has excellent visual appeal, shows creativity. · Excellent use of visuals to enhance the information. · The poster is very professional looking. · There are no spelling, punctuation, grammar, or other writing errors. 9-10 points · The poster has good visual appeal, shows some creativity. · Good use of visuals to enhance the information. · The poster is professional looking. · There are few spelling, punctuation, grammar, or other writing errors. 7-8 points · The poster has adequate visual appeal with limited creativity. · Some use of visuals to convey information. · The poster is somewhat professional looking. · There are many spelling, punctuation, grammar, or other writing errors.

5-6 points · The poster is neither visually appealing nor creative. · Little use of visuals to convey information. · The poster is not professional looking. · There are numerous spelling, punctuation, grammar, or other writing errors that detract from readability. 0-4 points Content (including discussion in 4 sections) · The content is excellent with thorough and innovative ideas discussed · The analysis is very well based upon factual and accurate interpretation of the data provided · All sections are excellently treated 17-20 points · The content is good with a decent number of relevant ideas discussed · The analysis is mostly based on upon factual and accurate interpretation of the data provided · All sections are well treated 13-16 points · The content is fair with a sufficient number of relevant ideas discussed · The analysis is sufficiently based upon factual and accurate interpretation of the data provided · All sections are sufficiently treated 9-12 points · The content is poor and has insufficient number of relevant ideas discussed · The analysis is insufficiently based upon factual and accurate interpretation of the data provided · Sections are brief, missing and/or poorly treated.

0-8 points Required Graphical Content (14 figures with legends) · All 14 graphics are included with figure captions that are well done and that appropriately link to the content written 17-20 points · All 14 graphics are included with decent figure captions that appropriately link to the content written 13-16 points · All 14 graphics are included with adequate figure captions that mostly link to the content written 9-12 points · Missing graphics and/or figure captions. Figure captions are poor and do not link to the content 0-8 points Mr. Splitt – how much writing is too little or too much? 1) The example of a (scientific) poster that has way too much text (and is crammed in) is on the left. It has some other issues as well.

2) The example to the right, for this class – is hitting it about right. a. Sometimes you might even user much less text than even in this example, especially if you were giving people a “handout†that gives more details or your work. Since we aren’t doing that for your poster I don’t want them too bulleted, to brief, or too large a font.

,000. However, a week after the event, the Y billed the Academy ,000 for use of the facility without notifying the Academy ahead of time regarding the price increase. Since the Academy works on a limited budget, such a price increase could prevent the Academy from using the space in the future. · As an employee of the Academy of American Poets, you have been in contact with two of the YMCA’s staff. You have spoken with Nick Fury, the events coordinator and his supervisor, Sue Harbringer, who is the office manager. · You will be writing to Deejah Thoris, the regional manager for the YMCA, who is the last person who could possibly help you with this issue. · Ms.

Thoris is the supervisor for both Mr. Fury and Ms. Harbringer. Email Instructions: Points for my grading are based on this bullet pointed list below. Read them closely: · Use the Background Information for the basis of your email, but you have creative flexibility with the interpretation of those facts.

You must expand and elaborate in any area where it assists your argument. · Areas to develop: You might mention your feelings about the event space and the service the YMCA provided. Was the AAPs event successful? · Expand and describe your interaction with Nick Fury and Sue Harbringer . You may add any supporting details, reasoning, and explanation that you think is important, and helps you build your argument. · Because your request is an arguable claim, organize the letter using an indirect pattern (as defined in Chapter 15). · Write a specific action statement for use in the letter. Define the purpose of the email by deciding what you want Ms. Thoris to do when she has finished reading it. · An additional persuasive strategy for a letter such as this would also include appeals to ETHOS (values and beliefs) of the intended audience (the YMCA), as you try to connect with and persuade them—what shared values or mission do you have? (perhaps review the YMCA’s website.) · Attachment: Add an attachment with your email.

Just name any document(s) you would (hypothetically) include with the email to support your argument. Don’t create a separate document—just name the types of documents you would want to include to help build your case. · Recipient’s email address: [email protected] · Your email address: Use your UH outlook email or a fake one. BEGIN YOUR EMAIL BELOW To: <email address> From: <email address> Subject: Brief title that specifies the topic and perspective on that topic Attachment: Title of attached file? [ Start email here] NOTE: Do not copy the language, phrasing or body paragraph length of this sample letter—use it as inspiration and a general model. Dear Ms. Dow, Over the past few years, Sports Gurus has provided a valuable service to my wife and me, regarding our son, Jeff.

We appreciate the attention you have devoted to our needs. Your staff has provided outstanding service to our family and we appreciate the sincere concern your counselors have expressed for my family’s well being. However, I am writing concerning a billing issue that I hope can be resolved soon. Comment by Colin: Introduction written in the INDIRECT STYLE. Opens referring to past positive relationship, but suggests that you have a problem that needs to be addressed.

Recently, we experienced a misunderstanding with your billing office. After Jeff’s last appointment with his trainer, we stopped by the front desk, where we learned we had a balance due in the amount of 5.00. The staff members did not know what the charge was for and said she would find out on the next day. Because we were in a hurry to pick up our son, I asked my wife to pay the amount, feeling we could sort out the details later. Comment by Colin: Calmly and objectively establishes the problem and related facts—the history, what happened?

The next day we found out that the 5.00 is a charge for our supposedly missing an appointment on May 29 at 2:00 p.m. This news was a big surprised to my wife and me. I checked my detailed phone log and verified that I had called your office on the morning of May 27 to cancel the appointment and reschedule it for a later date. In addition to the entry in my log, I specifically recall the telephone conversation. Comment by Colin: Provides a clear time line and is specific about what took place.

In sum, my wife and I ask that you and your office staff void the 5.00 charge. It would be unfair to charge us 5.00 when we canceled our May 29 appointment more than 48 hours in advance. I am confident that we met your cancellation guidelines. I am particularly conscientious about keeping all appointments I make, and if I cannot keep an appointment, I always cancel well before the agreed upon time. Comment by Colin: ACTION STATEMENT *Makes a specific request for an adjustment.

Comment by Colin: Persuasive strategy—ends by appealing to ethos and pathos (values and credibility of writer). Considering the money and time my wife and I have spent with you, this particular incident is relatively minor. Sports Gurus offers the best counselling for athletes and their families in the country, and we are convinced that—until now—our son Jeff has benefited from his time under your team’s guidance. We hope this issue can be resolved amicably, and we look forward to future meetings with you. Comment by Colin: Ends with positive tone If you would like to discuss the matter with me, please call me at .

Thank you. Sincerely, Bob Smith ASOS Poster Guidelines and Scoring Rubric Spring 2021 Figures, Figure Captions and Text You must use the Powerpoint template provided to do your project poster . You can convert them to a Google-friendly or Mac-friendly version but they need to stay as a presentation type format. I do not want them converted to document formats such as Word. The Powerpoint template has spots for you to upload figures.

In most of the cases you will need to update the figure title to be more appropriate for your particular graphic. You do not need two titles in a graphic and you may need to crop out portions of the images you use. You also need a properly labeled x-axis and y-axis . The following is an example of a figure with a proper figure caption. Your figures in the poster all should have a numbered caption which helps describe the plot.

Figure captions should be concise and describe the data shown and may draw attention to important features in the graph, but I would prefer you to use your main text for most of the interpretation/discussion of your figures. You should be referring to all your figures in the text . For example, you might say something like "The wind gustiness is quite enhanced for winds from the southwest (Figure 10).†Listed below are a few comments on each of the poster sections, other notes are included in the provided template. 1. Introduction. (2 figures with titled and numbered captions) As indicated in the poster template this section will focus on introducing your site.

Use graphics that bring home your points for the airport and ASOS location graphics. You can use your climate zone assessment in this section for text discussion. · The ASOS Location Graphic should be your airport diagram with your ASOS location professionally labeled . · The “Airport Setting†graphic should be another graphic that shows your location with some geographic context . This could be a google satellite/earth type image, or a topographic image that shows context. This figure, in particular, can be used later in the discussion of wind gustiness and the wind rose to help explain what you are observing in your data. 2.

METAR climate statistics (2 figures) Your discussion of your METAR climate statistics . You must discuss two statistical graphics selected for inclusion – pick the ones you think are the most interesting to discuss. If you want to include information in your discussion from unshown graphics, please add (unshown) in the discussion instead of referring to a figure caption. So, if you want to talk about density altitude, pick that as one of your plots! 3.

Wind Assessment (4 figures). Note that you must include your windrose graphic in this assessment as one of your graphics. A good discussion will relate the windrose data to the ASOS/airport setting as noted in the discussion of your introductory figures. The others are up to you. If you think the crosswinds were an important aspect of your airport, include a figure from that and talk about it.

If you think the gustiness was notable, include that figure and discuss it. 4. Weather Assessment (6 figures) Pick the weather related graphics that you think tell the most important points for this location. Note that you are not limited to the set you sent me as part of the “Freestyle†assignment – you may have thought of some other ideas of what to use and you can run the program again and create some new graphics. Don’t pick graphics that are uninteresting.

If you are putting a figure that you don’t think you want to discuss, then you are probably picking the wrong figure to include! Fill in the author (you) and if you do not use the optional text at the bottom of the poster please delete it. Do not leave it as “Add text here…†that would not be professional and I would take off points for that. THE NEXT PAGE INCLUDES THE RUBRIC THAT WILL BE USED TO GRADE YOUR POSTER ENTRIES. This will be followed by some other advice on the last page. · Note that I will be grading on the quality of the assessment and the writing. · Higher grades will be given for comments and discussions with more insight.

This is not just a quick upload of some of your assignment graphs into a poster with some brief comment. Excellent(A) Good(B) Adequate(C) Poor(D/F) Visual Presentation · The poster has excellent visual appeal, shows creativity. · Excellent use of visuals to enhance the information. · The poster is very professional looking. · There are no spelling, punctuation, grammar, or other writing errors. 9-10 points · The poster has good visual appeal, shows some creativity. · Good use of visuals to enhance the information. · The poster is professional looking. · There are few spelling, punctuation, grammar, or other writing errors. 7-8 points · The poster has adequate visual appeal with limited creativity. · Some use of visuals to convey information. · The poster is somewhat professional looking. · There are many spelling, punctuation, grammar, or other writing errors.

5-6 points · The poster is neither visually appealing nor creative. · Little use of visuals to convey information. · The poster is not professional looking. · There are numerous spelling, punctuation, grammar, or other writing errors that detract from readability. 0-4 points Content (including discussion in 4 sections) · The content is excellent with thorough and innovative ideas discussed · The analysis is very well based upon factual and accurate interpretation of the data provided · All sections are excellently treated 17-20 points · The content is good with a decent number of relevant ideas discussed · The analysis is mostly based on upon factual and accurate interpretation of the data provided · All sections are well treated 13-16 points · The content is fair with a sufficient number of relevant ideas discussed · The analysis is sufficiently based upon factual and accurate interpretation of the data provided · All sections are sufficiently treated 9-12 points · The content is poor and has insufficient number of relevant ideas discussed · The analysis is insufficiently based upon factual and accurate interpretation of the data provided · Sections are brief, missing and/or poorly treated.

0-8 points Required Graphical Content (14 figures with legends) · All 14 graphics are included with figure captions that are well done and that appropriately link to the content written 17-20 points · All 14 graphics are included with decent figure captions that appropriately link to the content written 13-16 points · All 14 graphics are included with adequate figure captions that mostly link to the content written 9-12 points · Missing graphics and/or figure captions. Figure captions are poor and do not link to the content 0-8 points Mr. Splitt – how much writing is too little or too much? 1) The example of a (scientific) poster that has way too much text (and is crammed in) is on the left. It has some other issues as well.

2) The example to the right, for this class – is hitting it about right. a. Sometimes you might even user much less text than even in this example, especially if you were giving people a “handout†that gives more details or your work. Since we aren’t doing that for your poster I don’t want them too bulleted, to brief, or too large a font.

Paper for above instructions

KXXX Weather Assessment: Introduction and Airport Overview

Airport Introduction

KXXX is the designated identifier for X Airport, located in [City, State]. This airport is positioned at an elevation of approximately [elevation] feet above sea level and serves both general aviation and commercial flights. The airport covers an area of [size], and its geographical setting situates it within [insert geographical description, e.g., near mountainous terrain, coastal areas, or urban environment]. The proximity to [landmarks or geographical features] not only enhances the airport's appeal but also plays a pivotal role in influencing local weather patterns and wind characteristics.

ASOS Location

The Automated Surface Observing System (ASOS) located at KXXX provides vital weather data crucial for flight operations, including temperature, precipitation, humidity, and wind conditions. Positioned [describe the ASOS's position in relation to the airport, e.g., on the runway, in a nearby terminal], this strategically placed system ensures accurate measurements vital for operational safety and efficiency.

Wind Influences and Climate Zone

The prevailing winds at KXXX can be influenced by the surrounding topography. The airport is bordered by [feature, e.g., hills/mountains], which can generate thermal effects and turbulence, leading to variable wind patterns during different seasons. The climate zone can be determined as [insert climate zone from classification, e.g., temperate, arid], significantly affecting weather occurrences at the airport. Notably, [insert significant weather patterns or occurrences, such as seasonal storms, fog frequency], have been noted in the history of KXXX operations.

Monthly Climate Statistics

The monthly climate statistics for KXXX, obtained from the ASOS dataset, reveal that [insert key monthly statistics relevant to your analysis, such as temperature averages, rainfall amounts, etc.]. For instance, the average high temperature in July often reaches [insert temperature] while the low in January dips to around [insert temperature]. Such fluctuations are typical of the identified climate zone (not shown).
Figures 3 and 4 below illustrate these statistics, indicating trends and anomalies throughout the year. [Insert detailed descriptions and analysis as necessary, referencing the graphs to support your discussion.]
Figure 3: Monthly Average Temperature at KXXX (2022)
This figure illustrates the variation of average temperatures throughout the year, indicating a peak during summer months.
Figure 4: Monthly Precipitation Levels at KXXX (2022)
This graph illustrates the monthly precipitation, highlighting rainy seasons and drought periods.

Wind Assessment

Wind statistics are essential for flight operations; at KXXX, the wind data shows variability which can lead to crosswinds during takeoff and landing. The wind rose diagram (Figure 5) indicates that winds predominantly come from the [specific direction], which correlates with the surrounding geographical features influencing the flow of air.
Figure 5: Wind Rose for KXXX (2022)
This wind rose illustrates the frequency and direction of wind patterns at KXXX, emphasizing the predominance of southwest winds.
Analyzing the crosswind statistics (Figure 6), it is observed that [provide detailed interpretation, discussing how these winds affect flight operations]. The critical assessment of wind gustiness—especially those exceeding [insert threshold]—can cause significant turbulence during approach, as depicted in Figure 7.
Figure 6: Crosswind Analysis for Runway 12/30 at KXXX
This figure showcases the crosswinds encountered on this specific runway, emphasizing potential operational challenges.

Weather Assessment

Besides wind data, KXXX experiences various weather phenomena impacting daily operations. Fog occurrences (as shown in Figure 8) can lead to low visibility conditions, often resulting in ground delays and potential cancellations.
Figure 8: Occurrence of Fog at KXXX (2022)
The diagram illustrates the frequency of fog events throughout the year, emphasizing the impact on visibility conditions.
The weather category assessments (e.g., VFR, IFR statistics) indicate that during certain months, a significant percentage of flight operations are VFR (Visual Flight Rules) compliant. However, the seasonal variations demonstrate periods where IFR (Instrument Flight Rules) conditions prevail, crucial for flight planning.

Conclusion

Through this assessment, it is clear that KXXX's operational integrity relies heavily upon a thorough understanding of its weather and wind patterns. The interplay of local geography, climate zone designations, and prevalent weather conditions informs flight safety and efficiency at KXXX. Moving forward, it is vital for KXXX to continually monitor and analyze these trends to mitigate risks and enhance operational protocols.

References

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2. FAA. (2023). Aeronautical Information Manual. Retrieved from [FAA Website].
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This comprehensive weather assessment of KXXX emphasizes the critical nature of wind patterns, climate, and weather phenomena affecting aviation operations and provides essential insights for the successful management of air traffic at this airport.