Water, Climate and Atmosphere
Syllabus, Bachelor's level, 1GV019
This course has been discontinued.
- Code
- 1GV019
- Education cycle
- First cycle
- Main field(s) of study and in-depth level
- Earth Science G1N
- Grading system
- Pass with distinction (5), Pass with credit (4), Pass (3), Fail (U)
- Finalised by
- The Faculty Board of Science and Technology, 15 March 2007
- Responsible department
- Department of Earth Sciences
Entry requirements
General entry requirements
Learning outcomes
After the course the student shall
- have gained basic knowledge in meteorology
- have gained basic knowledge in hydrology have gained basic knowledge in oceanography
- have gained basic knowledge about the earth's climate and changes in the climate
Content
The sub-course Meteorology discusses the structure of the atmosphere, the general circulation, front systems, clouda and the development och weather and klimate, the earths climate (Köppen) and climate change. The sub-course Water discusses the global hydrological cycle, water balances over catchment areas and lakes, evaporation, precipitation, runoff, soil water and groundwater, water discharge measurements, water mixing in lakes. Oceanography is discussed in terms of ocean water properties, ocean currents, and the effect of these currents on global climate.
Instruction
Lectures and practical assignments
Assessment
Written examination. Written examiantion corresponds to 8 ECTS and compulsory part to 2 ECTS.