ES 412: Atmospheric Gases (MAS)
Course Title |
Atmospheric Gases (MAS) |
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Course Code |
ES 412 |
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Course Type |
Elective |
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Level |
Postgraduate |
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Year / Semester |
1st/ 2nd |
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Instructor’s Name |
Efstratios Bourtsoukidis (Lead Instructor), Jean-Daniel Paris, Jonathan Williams, Nikos Mihalopoulos, Tuija Jokinen, Charbel Afif |
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ECTS |
5 |
Lectures / week |
6/7 (3hr) |
Laboratories / week |
1/7 |
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Course Purpose and Objectives |
This course aims to provide a detailed overview of the mechanisms controlling the gaseous atmospheric composition, highlighting the impact of anthropogenic and natural emissions on the Earth’s system. The lectures will link these emissions to their effects on air quality and climate, underlining the importance of understanding atmospheric chemistry processes. The course is designed to equip students with the skills to understand and analyze atmospheric data, enabling insights into emissions, land- atmosphere interactions, and their wider implications for air quality and health. By focusing on these key areas, the course prepares students to actively engage in trace gas-related research. |
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Learning Outcomes |
By the end of the course, students should be competent in understanding fundamental atmospheric chemical processes, including the links between emissions, chemical processing, and the formation of secondary pollutants. They will have an in-depth understanding of:
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Prerequisites |
None |
Required | None | ||||
Course Content |
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Teaching Methodology |
Lectures / Field work and data analysis |
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Bibliography |
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Assessment |
Coursework and exam |
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Language |
English |