Search result: Catalogue data in Autumn Semester 2024
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| 701-0023-00L | Atmosphere | W | 3 credits | 2V | E. Fischer, U. Lohmann | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Abstract | Basic principles of the atmosphere, physical structure and chemical composition, trace gases, atmospheric cycles, circulation, stability, radiation, condensation, clouds, oxidation capacity and ozone layer. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Learning objective | Students are able - to explain the physical structure and chemical composition of the atmosphere - to quantitatively describe and understand the fundamental physical and chemical process in the atmosphere - to explain the interactions and feedbacks between atmosphere - ocean - land surface, troposphere - stratosphere and weather - climate. In the course "Atmosphere", the competencies of process understanding, system understanding and data analysis & interpretation are taught, applied and examined. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Content | Basic principles of the atmosphere, physical structure and chemical composition, trace gases, atmospheric cycles, circulation, stability, radiation, condensation, clouds. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lecture notes | Written information will be supplied. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Literature | - Wallace, J. M., and Hobbs, P. V. Atmospheric science: an introductory survey. 2nd ed. Amsterdam; Boston, Elsevier Academic Press, 2006. - Gösta H. Liljequist, Allgemeine Meteorologie, Vieweg, Braunschweig, 1974. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 651-4053-05L | Boundary Layer Meteorology | W | 4 credits | 3G | M. Rotach, P. Calanca | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Abstract | The Planetary Boundary Layer (PBL) constitutes the lower part of the atmosphere, is characterized by turbulent mixing and ensures the exchange of energy, mass and momentum between the Earth’s surface and the atmosphere. The course provides the theoretical background for understanding the structure and dynamics of the PBL. Idealized concepts are reviewed and contrasted to real world applications. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Learning objective | Students are able to: - Name the basic approaches needed to describe planetary boundary layer flows and associated turbulent exchange processes. - Apply these concepts to answer comprehension questions and solve simple problems related to the structure and dynamics of the PBL. - Independently judge the applicability of learned concepts and tools to real-world situations. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Content | - Introduction - PBL structure and stability - Turbulence and turbulent transport - Scaling and similarity theory - Spectral characteristics - Conservation equations in a turbulent flow - Closure problem and closure assumptions - Rough surfaces and the roughness sublayer - Complex terrain | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lecture notes | available (i.e. in English) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Literature | - Stull, R.B.: 1988, "An Introduction to Boundary Layer Meteorology", (Kluwer), 666 pp. - Panofsky, H. A. and Dutton, J.A.: 1984, "Atmospheric Turbulence, Models and Methods for Engineering Applications", (J. Wiley), 397 pp. - Kaimal JC and Finningan JJ: 1994, Atmospheric Boundary Layer Flows, Oxford University Press, 289 pp. - Wyngaard JC: 2010, Turbulence in the Atmosphere, Cambridge University Press, 393pp. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Prerequisites / Notice | Umwelt-Fluiddynamik (701-0479-00L) (environment fluid dynamics) or equivalent and basic knowledge in atmospheric science | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 701-1221-00L | Dynamics of Large-Scale Atmospheric Flow | W | 4 credits | 2V + 1U | H. Wernli, J. Riboldi | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Abstract | This lecture course is about the fundamental aspects of the dynamics of extratropical weather systems (quasi-geostropic dynamics, potential vorticity, Rossby waves, baroclinic instability). The fundamental concepts are formally introduced, quantitatively applied and illustrated with examples from the real atmosphere. Exercises (quantitative and qualitative) form an essential part of the course. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Learning objective | Understanding of dynamic processes of large-scale atmospheric flow and their mathematical-physical formulation. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Content | Dynamical Meteorology is concerned with the dynamical processes of the earth's atmosphere. The fundamental equations of motion in the atmosphere will be discussed along with the dynamics and interactions of synoptic system - i.e. the low and high pressure systems that determine our weather. The motion of such systems can be understood in terms of quasi-geostrophic theory. The lecture course provides a derivation of the mathematical basis along with some interpretations and applications of the concept. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lecture notes | Dynamics of large-scale atmospheric flow | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Literature | - Holton J.R., An introduction to Dynamic Meteorogy. Academic Press, fourth edition 2004, - Pichler H., Dynamik der Atmosphäre, Bibliographisches Institut, 456 pp. 1997 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Prerequisites / Notice | Physics I, II, Environmental Fluid Dynamics | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 401-5930-00L | Seminar in Physics of the Atmosphere for CSE | W | 4 credits | 2S | H. Joos, A. Merrifield Könz | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Abstract | The process of writing a scientific proposal is introduced and the essential elements, including the peer review process, are outlined and class exercises 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. An introduction to presentation skills is provided. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Learning objective | - scientific writing - introduction to peer review process - correction / feedback to the proposals of other participants - presentation skills | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Content | n this seminar, the process of writing a scientific proposal is introduced. The essential elements of a proposal, including the peer review process, are outlined and class exercises 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. Furthermore, an introduction to presentation skills is provided. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Prerequisites / Notice | In this seminar it is mandatory to write a proposal about an upcoming MSc thesis or semester project. If no such project is planned, this Seminar cannot be taken. Please contact the lecturers (hanna.joos@env.ethz.ch) on time if you plan to take this seminar. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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