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- added a prereqs section for the elearning course - added a few screenshots and additional details for the "design" section - converted the google form link to html (instead of markdown) to allow the functionality for opening in a separate tab, instead of in the same window
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Educational Resources
Here at Unidata, we want to provide as many resources as possible to make our tools and applications easy to use. For AWIPS we currently have a new eLearning course that is specific to CAVE. We also have a suite of Jupyter Notebooks that are meant to provide a detailed overview of many capabilities of python-awips.
CAVE eLearning Course
Learn AWIPS CAVE is our online educational course for those interested in learning about CAVE.
Access
Please fill out this registration form to receive access to Learn AWIPS CAVE.
Content
Learn AWIPS CAVE is specifically tailored to content regarding CAVE -- the local graphical application used to view weather data. The following topics and capabilities are covered throughout the course:
- Launching CAVE
- Navigating the interface
- Modifying product appearances
- Understanding the time match basis
- Creating publication-quality graphics
- Exploring various CAVE layouts
- Saving and loading procedures and displays
- Using radar displays
- Using baselines and points
- Creating time series displays
- Creating vertical cross section displays
- Using the NSHARP editor for soundings
- Viewing model soundings
Prerequisites
Required:
- A supported web browser
- CAVE version 18.2.1 installed on a supported operating system
Recommended:
- A keyboard with a numpad and mouse with a scrollwheel
Design
Learn AWIPS CAVE is organized in a modular layout, with multiple different sections and subsections. The design allows for completing the course all at once, or in segments. Throughout the course there are quizzes and interactive assessments to help gauge learning and understanding. Below is a snapshot taken from the course.
- The clear outline on the left allows learners to gauge how far along they are and how much time is required to finish the next subsection.
- Built in videos, images, and gifs make it easy to follow along and understand important functionality in CAVE.
- Quizes, tasks, and challenges keep learners engaged and focused on understanding new concepts.