Methods of developing climate elements Field of study: Geography
Programme code: W2-S2GF19.2025

Module name: Methods of developing climate elements
Module code: W2-GF-S2-647
Programme code: W2-S2GF19.2025
Semester: summer semester 2025/2026
Language of instruction: Polish
Form of verification: course work
ECTS credits: 1
Purpose and description of the content of education:
The aim of the module is to familiarize the student with various methods of analyzing climate data. The student acquires the ability to calculate basic statistical characteristics, study the homogeneity of climate series, climate changes, extreme values, dependencies of climate elements on other climatic and geographical factors. Uses specialized computer programs. Correctly interprets research results and draws conclusions.
List of modules that must be completed before starting this module (if necessary): not applicable
Learning outcome of the module Codes of the learning outcomes of the programme to which the learning outcome of the module is related [level of competence: scale 1-5]
the student demonstrates the ability to use methods for researching climatic conditions [W2-GF-S2-647 _1]
 KGG2_U01 [4/5]
demonstrates the ability to interpret the results of the statistical methods used to study climate [W2-GF-S2-647 _2]
 KGG2_U03 [4/5] KGG2_U04 [4/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
laboratory classes [W2-GF-S2-647_fs_ 1] 10 Activating method – discussion / debate [b04] 
Screen presentation [c07] 
Working with a computer [d01] 
Working with another teaching tool [d03]  		course work W2-GF-S2-647 _1 W2-GF-S2-647 _2
The student's work, apart from participation in classes, includes in particular:
Name Category Description
Search for materials and review activities necessary for class participation [a01] Preparation for classes
reviewing literature, documentation, tools and materials as well as the specifics of the syllabus and the range of activities indicated in it as required for full participation in classes
Literature reading / analysis of source materials [a02] Preparation for classes
reading the literature indicated in the syllabus; reviewing, organizing, analyzing and selecting source materials to be used in class
Consulting materials complementary to those indicated in the syllabus [a04] Preparation for classes
agreeing on materials complementary to those indicated in the syllabus, supporting the implementation of tasks resulting from or necessary for class participation
Getting acquainted with the syllabus content [b01] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
reading through the syllabus and getting acquainted with its content
Consulting the schedule [b03] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
getting acquainted with the class schedule, possibly in the presence of the year tutor, in order to optimize participation in classes, including those supplementary to the core subjects listed in the pursued study programme
Attachments
Module description (PDF)
Information concerning module syllabuses might be changed during studies.
Syllabuses (USOSweb)
Semester Module Language of instruction
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