Meteorological data acquisition methods and databases Field of study: Geography
Programme code: W2-S2GF19.2025

Module name: Meteorological data acquisition methods and databases
Module code: W2-GF-S2-608
Programme code: W2-S2GF19.2025
Semester: winter semester 2025/2026
Language of instruction: Polish
Form of verification: course work
ECTS credits: 4
Purpose and description of the content of education:
In the module, the student will gain knowledge on the methods of obtaining meteorological data (measurements and observations) and the method of their organization and archiving in databases. Modern automatic measuring devices and the principles of their placement in an automatic measuring station depending on the profile of the research conducted will be discussed. The methods of programming the recording of data in these devices and the principles of their downloading from the device will be explained. The student will gain general knowledge on databases, methods of storing data in these databases and the access to data from various types of databases. The most important meteorological and climatological databases will be discussed along with the principles of access to them
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 has knowledge of the use of meteorological data in climatology, including instrumental measurements, organization of data in databases and forecasting weather-forming processes based on them, and knows the principles of planning field measurements, acquiring data and using appropriate tools for their analysis [W2-GF-S2-608 _1]
 KGG2_W02 [2/5]
It uses advanced techniques and IT tools to obtain instrumental data and, based on them, model, forecast and solve specific problems in the field of meteorology and climatology. [W2-GF-S2-608 _2]
 KGG2_U01 [3/5]
is able to obtain and interpret instrumental data and, based on their analysis, formulate appropriate conclusions. Based on data from various databases and theoretical knowledge, is able to describe, analyze and interpret the causes and course of natural processes and phenomena, as well as to formulate critical opinions and independently propose solutions using the appropriate research method [W2-GF-S2-608 _3]
 KGG2_U03 [3/5]
demonstrates the ability to critically analyze and select information from various database sources and correctly interprets and explains natural phenomena, as well as the mutual relationships between them. Has the ability to practically use the acquired knowledge in various field studies in the field of meteorology and environmental monitoring [W2-GF-S2-608 _4]
 KGG2_U02 [2/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
lecture [W2-GF-S2-608 _fs_1] 15 Formal lecture/ course-related lecture [a01] 
Monographic lecture [a02] 
Problem-based lecture [b01]  		course work W2-GF-S2-608 _1
laboratory classes [W2-GF-S2-608 _fs_2] 15 Activating method – discussion / debate [b04] 
Screen presentation [c07] 
Working with a computer [d01] 
Working with another teaching tool [d03]  		course work W2-GF-S2-608 _2 W2-GF-S2-608 _3 W2-GF-S2-608 _4
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)
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