weather and CJ

Discussion # 6- chapter 9

Instructions/Requirements (500 words)

 

Assignment 1

The primary purpose of this discussion is to encourage you to develop an understanding of and appreciation for the critical roles of air masses and fronts in shaping global weather patterns. During the research process, I trust you would be able to define what an airmass is, a characteristic of the source regions, what happens when two air masses meet, and what happens to a region when these air masses collide. 

First, please review by studying the following group of materials :

Readings:

1. Chapter 9 of teh textbook.

2. Lessons slides chapter 9

2. Air Masses & Weather Fronts Explained for PilotsLinks to an external site.

4.  Air Masses & Fronts in Aviation Explained (Complete Guide) | AviatopiaLinks to an external site.

5.  Air Masses And Fronts | Encyclopedia.comLinks to an external site.

VIDEOS

1.   Air Masses and Fronts - How They Affect Weather PatternsLinks to an external site.

2.  The Four Types of Fronts ExplainedLinks to an external site.

After reviewing the above-listed materials, post targeted responses to the following questions, in a minimum of at least 300 words. The order of responses is dictated by the attached rubric.  Please follow the rubric in responding to the questions. 

i ) What is an airmass, and how are they affected by source regions

ii) What is a front, and how many types are out there? 

iii)  How Air Masses Change When They Leave Their Source Regions

Assignment 2 400 words

Chapter 14 Discussion Forum

Respond to #1 and #2 in the discussion forum. 1. Do any police departments describe their COMPSTAT programs on their websites? Check the websites of the New York City Police Department, the New Orleans Police Department, and the Minneapolis Police Department for a start. Some police departments use different names to describe themselves (in Minneapolis, for example, it is CODEFOR). 

Can you find any other police departments that have similar systems?

Do these police departments describe their systems in detail?

Do they make any claims about their effectiveness?

How much can you really learn about these systems from the information given on these websites?

2. “The Commission to Combat Police Corruption (CCPC) was created in 1995 as a permanent board to monitor and evaluate the anti-corruption programs, activities, commitment, and efforts of the New York City Police Department.” Visit the Commission’s website at  Commission to Combat Police Corruption (nyc.gov)Links to an external site. and learn what it is about. 

Who formed the Commission, and who are its members?

What is its function?

RESOURCES You may use any source in addition to the above listed website.