Meteorology
Meteorologists perform a wide range of tasks relating to atmospheric phenomena, yet they are generalized into five main categories: broadcast meteorologists, climate scientists, forensic meteorologists, research meteorologists and weather forecasters ("Atmospheric Scientists, Including Meteorologists."). Broadcast meteorologists are the men and women whom can be observed on television stations throughout the country. They are tasked with providing their viewers with the latest updates on severe weather along with a five day forecast based on reliable models (Garman). The second type of meteorologists are climate scientists. This group of trained experts is usually part of a larger team of researchers who study the climate of the
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A major in Meteorology, Atmospheric science, or a closely related field is necessary for all positions. For most positions a bachelor’s degree is required, although a Phd is the minimum for most research positions ("Career: Meteorologists."). Colleges in southern california that offer a major in meteorology include University of Southern California Los Angeles and University of California San Diego ("Career: Meteorologists."). In addition to formal education, first hand education can be acquired via work study programs from NOAA and NASA. To further enhance one’s resume, a certification from the National Weather Service or American Meteorological society can be obtained after their toilsome requirements have been met (Garman). With this said, a wide range of education requirements are in place for meteorological …show more content…
The result of my Myers-Briggs test was a personality type of INFP, which is commonly associated with introverted personalities and thus complements meteorologists’ working environment. Most work on their own and without much interaction with others. The job also requires the ability to deal with mistakes and recover from an erroneous forecast (Garman). Persons with INFP personality types tend to work better on their own, though they may have a hard time overcoming problems. On the other hand, my multiple intelligence score is weak in the area of mathematics. A high level of understanding of complex mathematics such as calculus is required for a major in meteorology ("Career: Meteorologists."). My low score in this category could prove a major hinderance as the ability to work with complex math is needed for the creation of weather forecasts. Given all this, it’s clear that I do not match up perfectly with
The Myers and Briggs personality test is unlike many of the personality tests you will find randomly online because it was designed to examine the ways in which you focus on the world and make everyday decisions. After taking this test myself I have found out a few things about myself that I did not really notice before. According to the Myers-Briggs test my personality type is INFP, which stands for Introversion, iNtuition, Feeling, and Perceiving. At the start of this test I had no idea that I was considered an introvert because as far as I can remember I have always loved being around people and never really thought about things before acting, which is the exact personality of an extrovert. The end of this personality test has a section that describes the different traits of those under that category and as for what it says about me I do feel that it matches some of my traits to a tee, but at the same time I feel like there are a few traits that are a bit off. Perso...
Having completed the Myers-Briggs Personality Test previously, I was identified as an INTP, which stands for introverted, intuitive, thinking, and perceiving. Accordingly, this personality is often labeled as “The Architect” or “The Logician.” Despite my previous results, I repeated the test as instructed in the assignment. Consequently, based on the outcome of the test, my personality has altered in the past year. Thus, my updated results based on this analysis were, INTJ (introverted, intuitive, thinking, and judging). However, the two personalities are similar, as only one trait seems to have varied. Therefore, instead of holding a characteristic grounded in perception, it would appear that I am inclined to mannerisms that indicate
By being an INTP, I have interpreted why some things work in my favor. Being a perceiver allows me to embrace change while keeping any ill-thoughts (regarding changes I do not agree with) to myself. This personality blend, also, allows me to participate in group settings when brainstorming is needed, and having a lower preference in introversion grants me just enough patience to play along with the extroverts to complete the task. When putting two letters together, I have better understood my temperament. “Temperament arises from the regulation of arousal and emotion reliably producing characteristic, habitual responses to experience”, and mine is Intuitive Thinking (NT), so I create many options in my head (Blandin, K., February 2013, para. 4). On the other hand, my personality leads me to situations where I make irrational decisions because I’m not granted enough time to think everything through. As viewed in the presentation, “Lesson 1-Worldview perspective on organizational behavior”, understanding my personality typology, others’ typology, and organizational behavior will allow the workplace to be more efficient because we have a better understanding of ourselves and how we can work together. I’m now able to function in the team because I understand what I offer, how it is useful, and my obligation to the group (Fischer, K. slide
Maltby, J., Day, L., & Macaskill, A. (2010). Personality, individual differences and intelligence. Pearson Education.
Although it is considered that IQ tests are best predictors of success, but there are many other factors such as access to an extensive network, personality and sheer luck. For instance, if you are best at dealing with people, in most situations (like work and games) you will perform better than someone, who may have achieved better IQ test scores.
His multiple intelligences theory suggest that intelligence is divided into eight different categories: logical-mathematical, linguistic, musical, spatial, bodily-kinesthetic, interpersonal, intrapersonal, and naturalist each with their own individual characteristics (Woolfolk 116). After finishing Gardner’s assessment of my multiple intelligences, it was determined that my three highest intelligences (in order from most apparent to least apparent) are logical-mathematical, interpersonal, and intrapersonal. Logical-mathematical intelligence involves charting, sequencing, analyzing, proving, and interpreting data. Interpersonal intelligence involves cooperative grouping, tutoring, and giving feedback. Intrapersonal intelligence involves independent work, self-talk, using prior knowledge and connecting this prior knowledge to new knowledge
Throughout the entire hurricane season, meteorologists keep a close watch on the Atlantic and the Pacific Oceans. They examine pictures of the area taken by satellites, and also take information on air pressure, wind speed, and temperatures. One of their most important jobs is to gather information on where the storm will hit, and how powerful it will be.
Marine Biology is what I would like to study. I want to become a marine biologist because I want to discover new species. I want to go to the 70% of the ocean that has not been discovered. Marine biologists also get to go travel to different places. They not only get to seethings underwater which not many people get to see, but they also get to see places on land which not many people get to see. Marine biologists are also interesting to me because they get to swim for most of their work day. I love the water and swimming. Marine biology is a very interesting and intriguing career to me.
"Beyond Bias and Barriers, and Implications for the Society." Bulletin of the American Meteorological Society 91.7 (2010): 954-. ProQuest. Web. 27 Oct. 2011.
Many people in this world want to make a difference in life. However, most people do not want to put in all the effort that it takes to do so. The job of a pediatrician is life-changing to many. Unfortunately, it takes drive and effort that many people do not have, to become a pediatrician. A pediatrician’s job is a highly-skilled and interesting job because he or she has the privilege to deal with and help as many children as possible.
They help with showing the Goverment what huge issues can affect the U.S and possibly hurt the people of the U.S. They can also work for private companies, which are usually involved in helping the weather channel. The weather channels that you usually watch only hire meteorologists who work in private companies. They mostly for the part for at universities, for that is the place that they usually start their carrer in meteorology. They can observe and can find all of the tools they need there to start their carrer in a good place. Also many expeirements are done in the universities as well.
Interpersonal intelligences are nearly the complete opposite because it is said that “Interpersonal intelligences reflects an ability to recognize and understand other people’s moods, desires, motivations, and intentions” (www.edutopia.org). The third intelligence that I correspond with is logical-mathematical intelligence and Gardner says that “Logical-mathematical intelligences describes the ability to develop equations and proofs, make calculations, and solve abstract problems” (www.edutopia.org). My self-reflection will use the multiple intelligences paradigm to analyze my strengths and weaknesses within my top multiple intelligences which are intrapersonal, interpersonal, and logical-mathematical. I will also examine what careers are congruent with my top multiple intelligences.
With solid background training, active practice and enthusiasm for atmospheric sciences, I am now ready to embark upon my graduate journey. I am particularly drawn to the Ph.D. program of the Department of Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences, UCLA because of its special strength in theories of dynamics and simulation of the climate. And the innovative research topics, especially Dr. Hall’s research on climate feedbacks and regional climate dynamics, and Dr. Neelin’s application of hierarchical climate modeling, are really tempting. It is irresistible for me to continue my involvement in innovative research in atmospheric sciences, and I wish to begin focused research projects at graduate level as a further step toward my dream.
“The ball comes down the court; this is an intense game anything can happen. The score is tied and nobody is guarding the ball handler. He is wide open coming down the lane, he goes up, and he makes it. The blue team wins, the player of the game scored.” This is just a small example of life of a radio sports broadcaster. However, some people are not in to sports that are ok because this is just one branch of broadcasting, and there are many different jobs you can have such as: a disc jockey, announcer, programmer, producer and many more. Even with the invention and use of iPods, music players, satellite radio, TVs and other ways to get news or music. The need for radio broadcasters is growing every day. Picture it, when you get in your car do you reach for an iPod or do you reach to turn on the radio. This is a huge reason why radio broadcasting is still a growing and important job.
Before taking the Myers-Briggs Interactive Test, I didn’t really know what to expect or what kind of questions I would be answering in order to determine what my personality type would be. Afterwards however, I wasn’t too surprised with my results of the test. Out of the sixteen different personality types, I got the INFJ personality type which simply means dominant introverted intuition. All of those letters were pretty self-explanatory and accurate according to how my temperament and personality are. The statistical conclusion was 67% introvert (I), 38% intuitive (N), 50% feeling (F), and 56% judging (J). Therefore I had a distinctive preference of introversion over extraversion, a moderate preference of intuition over sensing, a moderate preference of feeling over thinking, and a moderate preference of judging over perceiving.