Careers+in+Physics

Careers in Physics

**__Meteorologist __ **  **__What is this career about? __ ** Meteorology is the scientific study of the atmosphere. To study the atmosphere, meteorologists do a lot more than just stare at the sky. They use weather satellites and radar connected to sophisticated computers. These computers use complex mathematical formulas to make short and long-term predictions of atmospheric changes. They predict tomorrow's weather by examining trends in the atmosphere, such as wind currents, precipitation, and air pressure. After gathering this information, they prepare reports on their findings. **__What education will be needed? __ ** The minimum education required to be a meteorologist is a Bachelor of Science degree in meteorology or atmospheric science. But meteorology is a relatively small field. So, not all colleges/universities have meteorology programs. So many colleges offer programs combining meteorology with other closely related topics, such as Physics. **__Why would this be a good career? __ ** <span style="background-color: transparent; color: #000000; font-family: Times New Roman; font-size: 16px; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: auto;">A lot of people rely on meteorologists. Government organizations, the military, airlines and farmers all depend on knowing what the weather will be like in the near future for them to do their jobs well. Pilots of ships and aircraft need to know the weather so they can safely travel. Farmers need to know when to, and when not to plant their crops otherwise they might lose their crops for the year. <span style="background-color: transparent; color: #000000; font-family: Times New Roman; font-size: 16px; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: auto;">**<span style="background-color: transparent; color: #000000; font-family: Times New Roman; font-size: 16px; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: auto;">__<span style="background-color: transparent; color: #000000; font-family: Times New Roman; font-size: 16px; text-align: left; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: auto;">What else? __ ** <span style="background-color: transparent; color: #000000; font-family: Times New Roman; font-size: 16px; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: auto;">Not many people go into this field, so you won’t have much trouble finding a job after you finish college.