Meteorology

Meteorologists rely on their knowledge of waves

to forecast weather and warn of severe weather.
For example, Doppler radar -- a high-profile tool
for meteorologists -- uses waves to show intensity
of precipitation and
storms and warn of
developing tornadoes.
An understanding of
gravity waves, or waves
in the air, can also help
forecasters learn more
about and forecast the intensification of tornadoes,
reports the National Atmospheric and Space
Administration, or NASA. Meteorologists draw from
principles of sea wave formation to predict the extent and power of storm
surges created by hurricanes.

Physical Oceanography
Physical oceanographers immerse themselves
in exploring tsunamis and wind- and moongenerated waves -- and their effects on
coastal areas, weather and climate. For
example, these
scientists use
their knowledge
to warn of impending tsunamis and analyze
the damage they cause or to research the
causes of and strategies to combat beach
erosion. Employers of physical oceanographers
include government agencies, such as the
Navy and NOAA's Physical Oceanography
Division, and private companies working along coastal areas or vessels.

Seismology
Seismologists use their expertise in waves
to understand movements and vibrations
on the ground. Agencies such as the
United States Geological Survey employ
seismologists for researching, monitoring
and measuring earthquakes and the risk of
tsunamis caused by the quakes. Mining
and oil exploration companies hire
seismologists to use sound waves to
locate natural resources. Pursuing seismology as a career can help you
contribute to international relations, as wave analysis affords the ability to
detect subsurface weapons testing and, consequently, violations of treaties.

Electronic Engineering
Electronics
such as
global
positioning systems, radios, Wi-Fi devices
and wireless phones must receive the right
signals to function properly. Electronics
engineers
consider properties of waves -- particularly
their frequencies and height -- in designing
these products. For example, the advent of
millimeter waves allows engineers to tap into
fourth-generation, or 4G, wireless technology
for smartphones and tablets. Electronic
engineers also consider, for example, that a
millimeter wave's range is less than 10
meters in trying to boost transmission power
and, therefore, access to reception.

Medicine
Ultrasound machines are
essential tools for physicians.
The acoustical waves
generated by ultrasound
produce images that lead to
diagnoses of, for example,
cancer, nerve damage, heart
disease or complications in
pregnancies. To get the best
returns from ultrasound,
physicians must know how body and tissue mass may impede penetration of
the waves to the body part or area to be imaged. With this information, the
physician can place the ultrasound device so as to minimize interference
with the ultrasound waves.

FIVE
CAREERS
THAT
REQUIRE A
DEEP
UNDERSTAN
DING OF
WAVES

SUBMITTED BY: TRISTAN MARCO

A. BANTASAN
SUBMITTED TO: ENGR. XAVIER
FRANCIS DE LOS REYES