Volcanoes and Volcanic Ash Part 1
Jeff Braun and Jeff Osiensky
Introduction
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Learning objectives:
A.) Part one of a two part set that describes and discusses Volcanoes and Volcanic Ash as hazards to people, aviation, and shows different methods of observation, analysis and modeling.
B.) Primary categories:
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1) Volcano Types
2) Hazards on the Ground and in the Air
3) Ash/Aerosol Remote Sensing, Detection and Other Observations
4) Modeling and Plume Dispersion
5) Recent Examples and Hypothetical Eruptions
Prerequisites
This is a basic course. There are no prerequisites.
Training Session Options
LMS students - to begin the training, use the web-based video or audio playback options below (if present for this session).
- Web-based video that can be taken at anytime (streamed, not recommended for low-bandwidth users). Be sure to have your speakers on and the volume loud enough to hear the presentation. For students who initiated this course in the NWS Learning Center (LMS), certificates of completion can be obtained from the learning center's "My Transcript" page upon completion of the associated quiz.
Audio playback (recommended for low-bandwidth users) - This is an audio playback version in the form of a downloadable VISITview and can be taken at anytime. Certificates of completion for NOAA employees can be obtained on the E-Learning Management System LMS
Create a directory to download the audio playback file (89 MB) from the following link: http://rammb.cira.colostate.edu/training/visit/training_sessions/volcanoes_and_volcanic_ash_part_1/volcanoes_and_volcanic_ash_part_1_audio.exe
After extracting the files into that directory click on either the visitplay.bat or visitauto.bat file to start the lesson. If both files are present, use visitauto.bat
References/Additional Links
- Talking points are available for this lesson and may be printed out to easily review the session in detail at any time.
- ***Important links for additional information***
- For WFOs - Volcanic Ash Products Quick Tip Sheet
- USGS - How to be prepared for an ashfall
- IVHHN - Guidelines for preparedness before, during and after an ashfall
Content Developed
- Developed: 2010
Information Contact
- Dan Bikos (970) 491-3777
