COURSE SYLLABUS Atmospheric Physics 7.5 credits Atmosfärfysik Second cycle, F7004R Version Autumn 2007 Sp 1 - Spring 2008 Sp 4Autumn 2008 Sp 1 - Spring 2009 Sp 4Autumn 2009 Sp 1 - Spring 2010 Sp 4Autumn 2010 Sp 1 - Spring 2011 Sp 4Autumn 2011 Sp 1 - Autumn 2011 Sp 2Spring 2012 Sp 3 - Spring 2012 Sp 4Autumn 2012 Sp 1 - Spring 2015 Sp 4Autumn 2015 Sp 1 - Spring 2016 Sp 4Autumn 2016 Sp 1 - Spring 2019 Sp 4Autumn 2019 Sp 1 - Spring 2020 Sp 4Autumn 2020 Sp 1 - Present Course syllabus valid: Autumn 2020 Sp 1 - PresentThe version indicates the term and period for which this course syllabus is valid. The most recent version of the course syllabus is shown first. Education level Second cycle Grade scale G U 3 4 5 Subject Space and Atmospeheric Science Subject group (SCB) Space Technology Main field of study Space Technology Entry requirementsGeneral entry requirements, second cycle: Bachelor´s degree (equivalent to a Swedish Kandidatexamen) from the internationally recognized university. More information about English language requirements SelectionThe selection is based on 20-285 creditsCourse Aim 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. Contents 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.Realization 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. Examination Examination is done via participation in the seminars with continuous follow-up, assignments and project work. In order to pass the course it is required that all compulsory moments are completed satisfactory. The final grade given for the course reflects the results obtained during the course compulsory moments. ExaminerVictoria BarabashTransition termsThe course F7004R is equal to RYM013Literature. Valid from Autumn 2015 Sp 1 (May change until 10 weeks before course start)Wallace, John M., Hobbs Peter V., Atmospheric Science, An Introductory Survey, 2nd edition, ELSEVIER, 2006, ISBN 13:978-0-12-732951-2, ISBN 10:0-12-732951-X. Additional:Murry L. Salby, Physics of the Atmosphere and Climate, Cambridge University Press,2nd edition, 2012, ISBN 978-0-521-76718 Search books in the library » Course offered byDepartment of Computer Science, Electrical and Space EngineeringModules CodeDescriptionGrade scaleHPStatusFrom periodTitle 0003Project workU G#1.50MandatoryA07 0004Participation in the seminarsG U 3 4 54.50MandatoryA10 0005AssignmentsU G#1.50MandatoryA16 Study guidanceStudy guidance for the course is to be found in our learning platform Canvas before the course starts. Students applying for single subject courses get more information in the Welcome letter. You will find the learning platform via My LTU.Syllabus establishedby Dept of Space Science 28 Feb 2007Last revisedby Jonny Johansson, HUL SRT 21 Feb 2020