ATSC 113
Applied Meteorology
Weather for Sailing, Flying & Snow Sports
Rubrics for Step 3
(Refer to the Sample Module to see what we mean by Steps 1 - 10.)
Step 3: What questions do YOU want to ask, to help you make the best decision? (Maximum 5 questions.)
(3 possible marks) Hand marked by the teaching assistant(s).
You don’t need to be a weather enthusiast to be able to ask
pertinent questions that will guide your thinking as the decision-maker
in this module. As the grader, I want to see your thinking and how you
are analyzing the case study presented to you. Quality over quantity is
recommended. To receive full marks for Step 3, I will be looking for
the following in the questions you pose:
- Pertinence – Are you asking questions about the weather, flying, sailing, snow sports, the case study in question, etc...?
- Thoroughness – Do you develop the questions to show that they are
pertinent? In other words, why are you asking the questions you are
asking?
Examples of Poorly-Developed Questions
- What is wind?
- Where is the pilot going?
- Do I have enough knowledge of the subject?
Examples of Well-Developed Questions
- Over what period of time are the winds expected to increase as I fly my plane?
- How much of my route is affected by thunderstorms and is it safe to fly?
- How will the warmer temperatures affect skiing conditions?
- Is it safe to sail in low visibility and under what conditions?
Here is the scoring rubric for Step 3 question submissions:
1. Identify two weather conditions given in the scenario and their associated hazards |
0.5 points each |
2. The questions are thorough and pertinent with correct spelling and grammar |
1 point |
3. The questions are useful in making the right decision based on the scenario |
1 point |
Maximum total: |
3.0 points |
UBC ATSC 113 Weather for
Sailing, Flying & Snow Sports
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Last modification: 4 July 2022
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