Reto Knutti: Catalogue data in Autumn Semester 2023 |
| Name | Prof. Dr. Reto Knutti |
| Field | Climate Physics |
| Address | Institut für Atmosphäre und Klima ETH Zürich, CHN N 12.1 Universitätstrasse 16 8092 Zürich SWITZERLAND |
| Telephone | +41 44 632 35 40 |
| reto.knutti@env.ethz.ch | |
| URL | http://www.iac.ethz.ch/people/knuttir |
| Department | Environmental Systems Science |
| Relationship | Full Professor |
| Number | Title | ECTS | Hours | Lecturers | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 651-4095-01L | Colloquium Atmosphere and Climate 1   | 1 credit | 1K | H. Joos, H. Wernli, D. N. Bresch, D. Domeisen, N. Gruber, R. Jnglin Wills, R. Knutti, U. Lohmann, C. Mohr, C. Schär, S. Schemm, S. I. Seneviratne, M. Wild | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Abstract | The colloquium is a series of scientific talks by prominent invited speakers assembling interested students and researchers from around Zürich. Students take part of the scientific discussions. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Learning objective | The students are exposed to different atmospheric science topics and learn how to take part in scientific discussions. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 651-4095-02L | Colloquium Atmosphere and Climate 2 | 1 credit | 1K | H. Joos, H. Wernli, D. N. Bresch, D. Domeisen, N. Gruber, R. Jnglin Wills, R. Knutti, U. Lohmann, C. Mohr, C. Schär, S. Schemm, S. I. Seneviratne, M. Wild | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Abstract | The colloquium is a series of scientific talks by prominent invited speakers assembling interested students and researchers from around Zürich. Students take part of the scientific discussions. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Learning objective | The students are exposed to different atmospheric science topics and learn how to take part in scientific discussions. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 651-4095-03L | Colloquium Atmosphere and Climate 3 | 1 credit | 1K | H. Joos, H. Wernli, D. N. Bresch, D. Domeisen, N. Gruber, R. Jnglin Wills, R. Knutti, U. Lohmann, C. Mohr, C. Schär, S. Schemm, S. I. Seneviratne, M. Wild | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Abstract | The colloquium is a series of scientific talks by prominent invited speakers assembling interested students and researchers from around Zürich. Students take part of the scientific discussions. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Learning objective | The students are exposed to different atmospheric science topics and learn how to take part in scientific discussions. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 701-0027-00L | Environmental Systems I | 2 credits | 2V | N. Dubois, A. Hall, R. Knutti | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Abstract | The lecture provides a science-based exploration of environmental aspects from three research fields: earth, climate, and health sciences. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Learning objective | The students are able to explain important properties of the three environmental systems, to discuss critical drivers, trends and conflicts of their use, and to compare potential solutions. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Content | The lecture discusses the role of the environmental systems based on selected environmental problems, among these the exploration of raw materials and fossil fuels, climate change and its impacts on man and environment, and the spread and control of infectious diseases in the human population and agricultural systems. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lecture notes | Slides are provided by instructors and are accessible via moodle. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 701-0071-AAL | Mathematics III: Systems Analysis Enrolment ONLY for MSc students with a decree declaring this course unit as an additional admission requirement. Any other students (e.g. incoming exchange students, doctoral students) CANNOT enrol for this course unit. | 4 credits | 9R | R. Knutti, H. Wernli | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Abstract | The objective of the systems analysis course is to deepen and illustrate the mathematical concepts on the basis of a series of very concrete examples. Topics covered include: linear box models with one or several variables, non-linear box models with one or several variables, time-discrete models, and continuous models in time and space. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Learning objective | Learning and applying of concepts (models) and quantitative methods to address concrete problems of environmental relevance. Understanding and applying the systems-analytic approach, i.e., Recognizing the core of the problem - simplification - quantitative approach - prediction. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Content | Introduction to principles of models; one-dimensional linear box models; multi-dimensional linear box models; nonlinear box models; models in space and time | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lecture notes | Teaching material: book (see literature). | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Literature | Imboden, D.S. and S. Pfenninger (2013) Introduction to Systems Analysis: Mathematically Modeling Natural Systems. Berlin Heidelberg: Springer Verlag. http://link.springer.com/book/10.1007%2F978-3-642-30639-6 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 701-0071-00L | Mathematics III: Systems Analysis | 4 credits | 2V + 1U | C. Brunner, R. Knutti, S. Schemm, H. Wernli | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Abstract | The objective of the systems analysis course is to deepen and illustrate the mathematical concepts on the basis of a series of very concrete examples. Topics covered include: linear box models with one or several variables, non-linear box models with one or several variables, time-discrete models, and continuous models in time and space. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Learning objective | Learning and applying of concepts (models) and quantitative methods to address concrete problems of environmental relevance. Understanding and applying the systems-analytic approach, i.e., Recognizing the core of the problem - simplification - quantitative approach - prediction. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Content | https://iac.ethz.ch/edu/courses/bachelor/vorbereitung/systemanalyse.html | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lecture notes | Overhead slides will be made available through the course website. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Literature | Imboden, D.S. and S. Pfenninger (2013) Introduction to Systems Analysis: Mathematically Modeling Natural Systems. Berlin Heidelberg: Springer Verlag. http://link.springer.com/book/10.1007%2F978-3-642-30639-6 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 701-0459-00L | Seminar for Bachelor Students: Atmosphere and Climate | 3 credits | 2S | R. Knutti, O. Stebler, J. Wohland | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Abstract | The seminar brings together students in the field of atmosphere and climate. Based on classic and current scientific articles, presentation techniques (presentations, poster presentations) are practised and students get a first insight into research in the field of atmosphere and climate. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Learning objective | In this seminar, students learn how to read scientific publications and how to transfer the scientific knowledge to a broader audience by means of oral and poster presentations. Students also get insight into the different research areas at the Institute for Atmospheric and Climate Science. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Content | 1st week: course organisation and presentation of the institute 2nd and 3rd week: introduction to oral presentation technique week 4 to 10: students talks 11th week: introduction to poster presentation technique 12th and 13th week: poster design 14th week: concluding poster presentation | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lecture notes | Documents are offered via the course's web page. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Literature | Documents are offered via the course's web page. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Prerequisites / Notice | This course can only be offered to a limited number of students, however, in any case for everybody having to attend it compulsory. We beg you to sign in to this course early. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 701-0901-02L | ETH Week 2023: Circular Realities All ETH Bachelor`s, Master`s and exchange students can take part in the ETH week. No prior knowledge is required | 1 credit | 3S | F. Rittiner, C. Bening-Bach, S. Brusoni, R. Knutti, A. Vaterlaus | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Abstract | ETH Week is a project-based course during which students define a problem and develop a solution related to the UN SDGs. Participants get the chance to attend talks and discussions with inspiring leaders and changemakers, go on field trips throughout the Zurich area, as well as meet and network with more than 60 experts. The 2023 edition explores the concept of a circular economy. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Learning objective | - Domain-specific knowledge: Students have immersed knowledge about a certain complex, societal topic which will be selected every year. They understand the complex system context of the current topic, by comprehending its scientific, technical, political, social, ecological and economic perspectives. - Analytical skills: The ETH Week participants are able to structure complex problems systematically using selected methods. They are able to acquire further knowledge and critically analyse the knowledge in interdisciplinary groups and with experts and the help of team tutors. - Design skills: The students are able to use their knowledge and skills to develop concrete approaches for problem-solving and decision making to a selected problem statement, critically reflect on these approaches, assess their feasibility, to transfer them into a concrete form (physical model, prototypes, strategy paper, etc.) and to present this work in a creative way (role-plays, videos, exhibitions, etc.). - Self-competence: The students are able to plan their work effectively, efficiently and autonomously. By considering approaches from different disciplines they are able to make a judgment and form a personal opinion. In exchange with non-academic partners from business, politics, administration, non-governmental organisations and media they are able to communicate appropriately, present their results professionally and creatively and convince a critical audience. - Social competence: The students are able to work in multidisciplinary teams, i.e. they can reflect critically on their own discipline, debate with students from other disciplines and experts in a critical-constructive and respectful way and can relate their own positions to different intellectual approaches. They can assess how far they are able to actively make a contribution to society by using their personal and professional talents and skills as "Change Agents". - Remote collaboration competence: The students work in a hybrid setting blending physical and virtual communication and collaboration methods and tools. They experience the potential and limitations of remote collaboration. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Content | The week is mainly about problem-solving and design thinking applied to the complex world of health and well-being. During ETH Week students will have the opportunity to work in small interdisciplinary groups, allowing them to critically analyse both their own approaches and those of other disciplines, and to integrate these into their work. While deepening their knowledge about sustainable urban development, students will be introduced to various methods and tools for generating creative ideas and understanding how different people are affected by each part of the system. In addition to lectures and literature, students will acquire knowledge via excursions into the real world, empirical observations, and conversations with researchers and experts. A key attribute of ETH Week is that students are expected to find their own problems, rather than just solve the problem that has been handed to them. Therefore, the first three days of the week will concentrate on identifying a problem the individual teams will work on, while the last two days are focused on generating solutions and communicating the team's ideas. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 701-1211-01L | Master's Seminar: Atmosphere and Climate 1 | 3 credits | 2S | H. Joos, R. Knutti, A. Merrifield Könz, M. A. Wüest | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Abstract | In this seminar, the process of writing a scientific proposal will be introduced. The essential elements of a proposal, including the peer review process, will be outlined and class exercises will train scientific writing skills. Knowledge exchange between class participants is promoted through the preparation of a master thesis proposal and evaluation of each other's work. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Learning objective | Training scientific writing skills. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Content | In this seminar, the process of writing a scientific proposal will be introduced. The essential elements of a proposal, including the peer review process, will be outlined and class exercises will train scientific writing skills. Knowledge exchange between class participants is promoted through the preparation of a master thesis proposal and evaluation of each other's work. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Prerequisites / Notice | Attendance is mandatory. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 701-1211-02L | Master's Seminar: Atmosphere and Climate 2 | 3 credits | 2S | H. Joos, R. Knutti, A. Merrifield Könz, M. A. Wüest | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Abstract | In this seminar, scientific project management is introduced and applied to the master projects. The course concludes with a presentation of all projects including an overview of the scientific content and a discussion of project management techniques related to the master thesis. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Learning objective | Apply scientific project management techniques to your master project, practice the presentation of scientific results and how to chair other students presentations and lead the discussion. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Content | In this seminar, scientific project management is introduced and applied to the master projects. The course concludes with a presentation of all projects including an overview of the scientific content and a discussion of project management techniques related to the master thesis. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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