The student shall acquire knowledge about the Earth atmosphere particularly about its physical and chemical aspects. The student shall be able to explain atmospheric phenomena and processes, qualitative and quantitative describe them, as well as to evaluate their significance from the general point of view.

The student shall show capability to critically and independently formulate the problems as well as perform calculations for the physical processes within the given time frame. This is done by   problem solving and work during the seminars. The student shall be able to motivate, plan and perform scientific experiments during the practical work. The student shall be able to critically select and evaluate relevant scientific and technical information within the subject via the literature survey. Ability and skills to present own results and arguments during international events are evaluated via presentation given in English. The student shall demonstrate social skills and be able to effectively work in a group during the seminars.

The student shall have insight about atmosphere significance for live existence on Earth and human responsibility for that. This is shown via evaluation of the relevant technological and ethic aspects with a focus on sustainable development and the Swedish national equality goals.

Work during the seminars shall support the student in identification of further knowledge needs and taking responsibility for own knowledge progress.

Earth atmosphere in respect to the atmospheres on other planets. Atmospheric composition and structure. Thermodynamic processes.  Radiation processes. Greenhouse effect. Earth´s  global circulation. Dynamical processes, winds and waves in the atmosphere. Chemical processes and pollution effects. Climate change. Introduction to atmospheric measurement techniques.

The course covers current research and development in atmospheric physics with a focus on sustainable development as well as concept like equality and gender mainstreaming.

Lectures, seminars, project work and practical classes that give correct interpretation of the physical phenomena as well as training in experimental techniques, report writing in English and oral presentation in English.