Avalanche Science Program
Colorado Mountain College
“Building the next generation of avalanche professionals” ~ Roger Coit
Program Learning Objectives:
Learn the fundamentals of weather forecasting & snow science
Master essential avalanche control and avalanche rescue techniques
Prepare for a job in snow safety and avalanche safety
Complete a field internship in the mountains
Practice risk management, leadership skills and operational services
Track mountain snowpack over two full winters
Academic Progression
Year One
Snowpack Science
Meteorology & Forecasting
Planning & Operations
Year Two
Snow Science 2
Forecasting 2
Avalanche Safety Operations