Physics of the ozonosphere
Course: Medical physics
Structural unit: Faculty of Physics
Title
Physics of the ozonosphere
Code
ВБ 1.1
Module type
Вибіркова дисципліна для ОП
Educational cycle
Second
Year of study when the component is delivered
2023/2024
Semester/trimester when the component is delivered
2 Semester
Number of ECTS credits allocated
3
Learning outcomes
1. Know and be able to use theoretical material
2. Participate in a discussion about the material under consideration
3. Know the basics of the theory and have basic information
4. To have theoretical and practical material within the course
Form of study
Full-time form
Prerequisites and co-requisites
Mastery of mathematical analysis, differential equations, a number of experimental courses of physics ("Mechanics", "Molecular physics", "Optics")
Course content
It is expected to acquire a complex of physical knowledge about the structure of the earth's atmosphere, the key photochemical and dynamic processes that determine it. On the basis of modern theoretical studies and observations, an idea is given about the factors affecting the distribution of atmospheric ozone, in particular, the importance of circulation and large-scale wave processes. The principles of operation of modern terrestrial and satellite observation instruments for determining the total content of ozone, vertical profiles, and finding local concentrations are considered. The spatio-temporal heterogeneity of ozone distribution is analyzed, the causes and characteristics of the ozone hole are investigated.
Recommended or required reading and other learning resources/tools
1. Dameris, M. and Godin-Beekmann, S. (Lead Authors), Alexander, S., Braesicke, P., Chipperfield, M., de Laat, A.T.J., Orsolini, Y., Rex, M., and Santee , M.L. Update on Polar ozone: Past, present, and future. Chapter 3 in Scientific Assessment of Ozone Depletion: 2014, Global Ozone Research and Monitoring Project, Report No. 55, World Meteorological Organization, Geneva, Switzerland, 2014.
2. Salby, M.L. Fundamentals of Atmospheric Physics, San Diego, Calif.: Academic Press, 627 pp., 1996.
3. Andrews, D.G., Holton, J.R., and Leovy, C.B. Middle atmosphere dynamics. Academic Press, New York, NY, USA, 489 p., 1987.
4. Cracknell, A.P. and Varotsos, C. Remote sensing and atmospheric ozone: human activities versus natural variability. Heidelberg, Springer Praxis Books, 662 pp., 2012.
5. Fabian, P., and Dameris, M. Ozone in the Atmosphere. Basic Principles, Natural and Human Impacts; Springer: Heidelberg, New York, Dordrecht, London, 137 p.,
Planned learning activities and teaching methods
Teaching methods: lectures, consultations, practical classes.
Assessment methods and criteria
- semester assessment:
1. Control papers: 2, each – 15 points
2. Activity in work at lectures - 10 points
3. Short independent tasks - 10 points
Tests are performed in the middle (first module) and at the end (second module) of the semester. Short independent works are carried out during the semester. Activity is determined by work on all pairs
- final assessment in the form of credit - 50 points
Conditions for admission to the final assessment: at least 10 points during the semester.
Language of instruction
Ukrainian
Lecturers
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Departments
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