Meteorology (Operational Level)

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Providers 2
Upcoming dates 6
From $1,100
WHAT IS THIS COURSE?

Course Overview

This operational-level meteorology course covers weather analysis and prediction for safe navigation. It teaches officers how to interpret synoptic charts, understand atmospheric systems, and make weather routing decisions for commercial vessels under STCW regulations.

Prerequisites

  • STCW Basic Safety Training (BST)
  • Seafaring experience (typically 6+ months)
  • Basic mathematics and physics knowledge
  • Proficiency in English

What You'll Learn

  • Atmospheric pressure and wind systems
  • Synoptic chart interpretation
  • Weather routing and safe navigation
  • Tropical cyclone and storm avoidance
COURSE AT A GLANCE

Key Facts

Duration
5 days
Typical Cost
$1,100–$1,435
Issuing Body
IYT/STCW
Certificate
Meteorology Certificate
UPCOMING DATES

Available Course Dates

Date School Location Price
6 Jul 2026 – 10 Jul 2026 Maritime Institute (Training Resources Maritime Institute / TRLMI) San Diego, United States $1,100 Book →
3 Aug 2026 – 7 Aug 2026 Maritime Institute of Technology & Graduate Studies (MITAGS West) Seattle, United States $1,435 Book →
28 Sep 2026 – 2 Oct 2026 Maritime Institute (Training Resources Maritime Institute / TRLMI) San Diego, United States $1,100 Book →
25 Jan 2027 – 29 Jan 2027 Maritime Institute of Technology & Graduate Studies (MITAGS West) Seattle, United States $1,435 Book →
22 Feb 2027 – 26 Feb 2027 Maritime Institute of Technology & Graduate Studies (MITAGS West) Seattle, United States $1,435 Book →
21 Feb 2028 – 25 Feb 2028 Maritime Institute of Technology & Graduate Studies (MITAGS West) Seattle, United States $1,435 Book →
WHERE TO STUDY

Schools Offering This Course

Maritime Institute (Training Resources Maritime Institute / TRLMI)
San Diego, United States
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Maritime Institute of Technology & Graduate Studies (MITAGS West)
Seattle, United States
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