Basic Aeronautical Meteorology Course
About our
The Basic Aeronautical Meteorology course provides essential knowledge of meteorological phenomena that affect flight safety and efficiency. It focuses on interpreting weather charts, understanding atmospheric conditions such as wind, visibility, and cloud cover, and identifying hazards such as turbulence, ice, and storms. The course explores the use of meteorological instrumentation and aeronautical information services for pre-flight and in-flight decision-making, in compliance with aeronautical regulations.
The course provides a solid foundation for pilots, air traffic controllers, and operations personnel, preparing them to analyze and predict weather conditions. The development of practical skills in interpreting meteorological reports and applying this information to flight planning and air navigation is guaranteed. The fundamental principles of atmospheric physics, such as pressure, temperature, humidity, and their impact on aviation, are covered.
Basic Aeronautical Meteorology Course
- Format: Hybrid
- Duration: 3 months
- Hours: 300 H
- Language: English / Spanish
- Registration date: 23-10-2026
- Start date: 12-12-2026
- Available places: 2
550 $
Competencies and results
What you will learn
1. Essential fundamentals of aeronautical meteorology: learn to predict the weather to fly safely.
- Basic principles of the atmosphere and its components: temperature, pressure, humidity, and wind.
- Interpretation of weather maps and flight charts: symbols, abbreviations, and codes.
- Analysis of weather systems: fronts, low-pressure systems, high-pressure systems, and thunderstorm cells.
- Hazardous weather conditions for aviation: turbulence, ice, fog, and wind shear.
- Weather forecasting: techniques and tools for predicting atmospheric conditions.
2. Mastery of basic aeronautical meteorology: essential weather forecasting for aviation.
2. Mastery of basic aeronautical meteorology: essential weather forecasting for aviation.
- Interpret weather maps and aeronautical symbols.
- Understand cloud formation and its implications for flight.
- Evaluate the influence of wind, visibility, and temperature on air operations.
- Use weather forecasting tools for flight planning.
- Apply meteorological knowledge for decision-making in adverse conditions.
- Identify and mitigate risks associated with hazardous weather phenomena (storms, turbulence, etc.).
- Analyze meteorological information to optimize flight safety and efficiency.
3. Comprehensive user-oriented design and validation (from modeling to manufacturing)
You will learn to integrate the entire product development process, from initial model conception to final validation, applying user-centered methodologies. You will develop skills in parametric design, ergonomics, simulation, sustainable materials, 3D visualization, and manufacturing management, ensuring efficient, safe solutions that meet current industry standards.
4. Aeronautical meteorology: acquire the weather keys for safe air navigation.
4. Aeronautical Meteorology: Acquire the weather knowledge for safe air navigation.
- Interpret weather maps and forecast charts, understanding the symbology and codes used in aviation.
- Analyze the key meteorological variables that affect air navigation: atmospheric pressure, temperature, wind, humidity, visibility, and cloud cover.
- Understand the formation and evolution of adverse weather phenomena such as turbulence, wind shear, icing, thunderstorms, and fog.
- Apply meteorological knowledge to flight planning, route selection, and in-flight decision-making, considering the risks associated with weather conditions.
- Use online meteorological tools and resources, including real-time information and forecasts, for air navigation.
- Evaluate the influence of the atmosphere on aircraft performance, including calculating density altitude and optimizing fuel consumption.
- Identify and apply aeronautical regulations related to meteorology.
Ensuring flight safety.
Develop skills for the effective communication of weather information between pilots and air traffic controllers.
5. Basic aeronautical meteorology: unravels the mysteries of the weather and optimizes air safety.
- Interpret weather maps and flight charts.
- Understand cloud formation and adverse weather phenomena.
- Apply knowledge to safe flight planning.
- Evaluate the impact of wind, temperature, and pressure on aeronautical performance.
- Use weather forecasting tools for decision-making.
- Identify the risks associated with turbulence, ice, and other weather hazards.
- Apply safety procedures in hazardous weather conditions.
- Analyze meteorological data for route optimization and fuel savings.
6. Mastery of basic aeronautical meteorology: analysis and application for safe and efficient aviation.
6. Mastery of Basic Aeronautical Meteorology: Analysis and Application for Safe and Efficient Aviation
Fundamentals of the Atmosphere: Structure, Composition, and Key Atmospheric Processes
Essential Meteorological Variables: Pressure, Temperature, Wind, Humidity, Visibility
Weather Map Analysis: Interpretation of Symbols, Isotherms, Isobars, and Fronts
Clouds and Associated Phenomena: Formation, Classification, and Impact on Aviation
Hazardous Weather Conditions: Storms, Turbulence, Wind Shear, Ice
Weather Forecasting: Techniques and Tools for Predicting Weather Conditions
Aeronautical Meteorological Information: METAR, TAF, SIGMET, AIRMET, and Their Interpretation
Meteorologically based decision-making for safety and efficiency.
Who this program is for:
Basic Aeronautical Meteorology Course
Pilots, air traffic controllers, and airline personnel who wish to better understand meteorological phenomena and their impact on aviation.
Students and professionals in aviation-related fields, such as aeronautical engineers, meteorologists, and aircraft maintenance technicians.
Aviation enthusiasts and weather enthusiasts seeking to expand their knowledge of aeronautical meteorology.
Airport and air navigation service personnel who require accurate meteorological information for decision-making.
- Standards-driven curriculum: you will work with CS-27/CS-29, DO-160, DO-178C/DO-254, ARP4754A/ARP4761, ADS-33E-PRF from the first module.
- Accreditable laboratories (EN ISO/IEC 17025) with rotor bench, EMC/Lightning pre-compliance, HIL/SIL, vibrations/acoustics.
- Evidence-oriented TFM: safety case, test plan, compliance dossierand operational limits.
- Mentored by industry: teachers with experience in rotorcraft, tiltrotor, eVTOL/UAM and flight test.
- Flexible modality (hybrid/online), international cohorts and support from SEIUM Career Services.
- Ethics and security: safety-by-design approach, cyber-OT, DIH and compliance as pillars.
Module 1 — Essential Fundamentals of Aeronautical Meteorology: Learn to Predict the Weather for Safe Flight
1.1 Introduction to Aeronautical Meteorology: Key Concepts and Their Importance
1.2 Earth’s Atmosphere: Structure and Composition Relevant to Aviation
1.3 Atmospheric Pressure: Measurement, Variation, and Its Impact on Flight
1.4 Temperature: Gradients, Thermal Inversion, and Their Effects on Aircraft
1.5 Humidity: Condensation, Clouds, and Reduced Visibility
1.6 Wind: Force, Direction, Wind Shear, and Its Influence on Takeoff and Landing
1.7 Pressure Systems: High and Low Pressure, Fronts, and Their Relationship to Weather
1.8 Clouds: Formation, Types, and Their Association with Hazardous Weather Conditions
1.9 Visibility: Measurement, Factors Affecting It, and Its Impact on Safety
1.10 Interpreting Weather Maps and Basic Forecasts
8.2 Introduction to Fundamental Aeronautical Meteorological Concepts
8.2 Key Atmospheric Variables: Pressure, Temperature, Wind, and Humidity
8.3 Analysis of Weather Maps and Aeronautical Symbols
8.4 Cloud Formation and Associated Phenomena: Fog, Turbulence, Thunderstorms
8.5 Interpretation of Meteorological Reports and METAR/TAFs
8.6 Forecasting Adverse Weather Conditions
8.7 Impact of Weather on Flight Planning and Safety
8.8 Instruments and Tools for Meteorological Observation
3.3 Introduction to Aeronautical Meteorological Phenomena: Understanding the Atmosphere
3.2 Key Meteorological Variables: Pressure, Temperature, Wind, Humidity, and Visibility
3.3 Interpreting Weather Maps and Flight Charts
3.4 Clouds: Types, Formation, and Their Impact on Aviation
3.5 Visibility and Flight Meteorological Conditions (VMC) and Instrument Flight Rules (IMC)
3.6 Winds and Wind Shear: Analysis and Hazards to Air Navigation
3.7 Storms: Detection, Avoidance, and In-Flight Management
3.8 Icing and Turbulence: Identification and Mitigation Strategies
3.9 Weather Forecasting: Information Sources and Their Application in Flight Planning
3.30 Decision Making: Flight Safety Based on Weather Understanding
4.4 Introduction to Aeronautical Meteorology: Key Concepts and Definitions
4.2 Earth’s Atmosphere: Structure and Composition
4.3 Fundamental Meteorological Variables: Pressure, Temperature, Humidity, Wind
4.4 Meteorological Observation Instruments and Methods
4.5 Analysis of Weather Maps: Symbols and Conventions
4.6 Clouds and Visibility: Types and Effects on Aviation
4.7 Hazardous Meteorological Phenomena: Turbulence, Wind Shear, Icing
4.8 Weather Forecasting: Interpretation of Bulletins and Advisories
4.9 Impact of Weather on Flight Planning and Execution
4.40 Sources of Aeronautical Meteorological Information
5.5 Introduction to Aeronautical Meteorological Observation
5.5 Key Meteorological Variables for Aviation
5.3 Interpretation of Aeronautical Meteorological Reports
5.4 Analysis of Weather Maps and Forecasts
5.5 Hazardous Meteorological Phenomena for Aviation
5.6 Influence of Wind on Flight
5.7 Clouds and Visibility: Impact on Air Operations
5.8 Airport Meteorology: Analysis and Application
5.9 Meteorological Decision Making
5.50 Simulation of Meteorological Scenarios and Flight Safety
6.6 Introduction to Aeronautical Meteorological Analysis and Application
6.2 Key Meteorological Variables for Aviation
6.3 Interpretation of Meteorological Maps and Charts
6.4 Weather Forecasts and Their Application
6.5 Impact of Weather on Flight Planning
6.6 Meteorological Risk Analysis and Decision Making
6.7 Application of Meteorology in Different Phases of Flight
6.8 Meteorological Instruments and Observations
6.9 Aeronautical Meteorological Information Systems
6.60 Case Studies: Meteorological Analysis in Real-World Situations
- Hands-on methodology: test-before-you-trust, design reviews, failure analysis, compliance evidence.
- Software (depending on licenses/partners): MATLAB/Simulink, Python (NumPy/SciPy), OpenVSP, SU2/OpenFOAM, Nastran/Abaqus, AMESim/Modelica, acoustics tools, planning toolchains DO-178C.
- SEIUM Laboratories: scale rotor bench, vibrations/acoustics, EMC/Lightning pre-compliance, HIL/SIL for AFCS, data acquisition with strain gauging.
- Standards and compliance: EN 9100, 17025, ISO 27001, GDPR.
Capstone-type projects
Admissions, fees, and scholarships
- Profile: Background in Computer Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, or related fields; practical experience in NLP and valued information retrieval systems.
- Documentation: Updated CV, academic transcript, SOP/statement of purpose, project examples or code (optional).
- Process: Application → Technical evaluation of profile and experience → Technical interview → Review of case studies → Final decision → Enrollment.
- Fees:
- Single payment: 10% discount.
- Payment in 3 installments: No fees; 30% upon registration + 2 equal monthly payments of the remaining 35%.
Monthly payment: available with a 7% commission on the total; annual review.
Scholarships: based on academic merit, financial need, and promoting inclusion; agreements with companies in the sector for partial or full scholarships.
See “Calendar & Calls for Applications,” “Scholarships & Grants,” and “Fees & Financing” in the SEIUM mega-menu.
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F. A. Q
Frequently asked questions
Yes, we have international certification
Yes: experimental models, real data, applied simulations, professional environments, real case studies.
It is not mandatory. We offer leveling tracks and tutoring.
Completely. It covers e-propulsion, integration, and emerging regulations (SC-VTOL).
Recommended. There are also internal challenges and consortiums.
Yes. Online/hybrid modality with planned labs and visa support (see “Visa & Residence”).