Aeromonitoring of air as a tool in climate change research Field of study: Environmental Protection
Programme code: W2-S1OS19.2023

Module name: Aeromonitoring of air as a tool in climate change research
Module code: 1OS_23_57
Programme code: W2-S1OS19.2023
Semester:
  • summer semester 2026/2027
  • summer semester 2025/2026
Language of instruction: depending on the choice
Form of verification: course work
ECTS credits: 3
Purpose and description of the content of education:
The aim is to familiarize students with the problems of atmospheric pollution in the context of their impact on climate change. The structure of the atmosphere will be discussed together with the physicochemical properties, they will learn the basic definitions in the field of the discussed topic. The characteristics of dust and gaseous air pollution in various regions are presented. The principles of air monitoring are learned, as well as the monitoring devices used in standard air quality testing stations. The current air quality standards and those components of atmospheric pollution that have a significant impact on climate change are discussed. Students will learn about good practices for reducing emissions of pollutants into the atmosphere. They analyze data and draw conclusions that will allow them to propose measures to improve air quality and contribute to reducing emissions of those components that pollute the atmosphere and have a negative impact on climate change.
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]
It takes an active part in the discussion and critically defends his arguments, and deepens his knowledge in the field of natural sciences. [1]
 1OS_U09 [4/5] 1OS_K03 [3/5]
Using the materials for exercises, he is able to correctly assess the effects of his own and team work. [2]
 1OS_K01 [5/5]
He knows the health and safety regulations and is responsible for the entrusted equipment and exercise materials. [3]
 1OS_W14 [4/5]
Can use various measurement techniques used to analyze dust and gaseous air pollutants and interpret the obtained data, on the basis of which he draws correct conclusions. [4]
 1OS_W06 [5/5]
Knows the rules of air monitoring. He knows the applicable standards and their use in assessing air quality. [5]
 1OS_W06 [5/5]
Knowledge of the basic concepts of air monitoring and knows the sources emitting pollutants into the atmosphere. [6]
 1OS_W05 [5/5]
Is able to work independently and in a team and accepts responsibility for own and team work. [7]
 1OS_U08 [4/5] 1OS_K02 [4/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
laboratory classes [1OS_23_57_L] 20 Description [a03] 
Explanation/clarification [a05] 
Activating method – seminar / proseminar [b05] 
Activating methods: a case study [b07] 
Exhibition [c01] 
Demonstration-imitation [c06] 
Screen presentation [c07] 
Working with a computer [d01] 
Working with another teaching tool [d03] 
Laboratory exercise / experiment [e01] 
Creation/production – creative workshop [e03] 
Internship [e05] 
Observation [e06] 
Practice-as-research [e08] 
Plein air session [e09] 
Self-education [f01] 
Individual work with a text [f02] 
Conceptual work [f03]  		course work 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
lecture [1OS_23_57_W] 10 Formal lecture/ course-related lecture [a01] 
Description [a03] 
Explanation/clarification [a05] 
Problem-based lecture [b01] 
Activating method – seminar / proseminar [b05] 
Screen presentation [c07] 
Working with another teaching tool [d03] 
Self-education [f01]  		course work 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
The student's work, apart from participation in classes, includes in particular:
Name Category Description
Developing practical skills [a03] Preparation for classes
activities involving the repetition, refinement and consolidation of practical skills, including those developed during previous classes or new skills necessary for the implementation of subsequent elements of the curriculum (as preparation for class participation)
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
Production/preparation of tools, materials or documentation necessary for class participation [a05] Preparation for classes
developing, preparing and assessing the usefulness of tools and materials (e.g. aids, scenarios, research tools, equipment, etc.) to be employed in class or as an aid when preparing for classes
Verification / adjustment / discussion of syllabus provisions [b02] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
consulting the content of the syllabus, possibly in the presence of the year tutor or members of the class group, and, if necessary, reassessing the provisions concerning special conditions for class participation, e.g., space and time requirements, technical and other requirements, including conditions for participation in classes outside the walls of the university, classes organized in blocks, organized online, etc.
Determining the stages of task implementation contributing to the verification of learning outcomes [c01] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
devising a task implementation strategy embracing the division of content, the range of activities, implementation time and/or the method(s) of obtaining the necessary materials and tools, etc.
Implementation of an individual or group assignment necessary for course/phase/examination completion [c03] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
a set of activities aimed at performing an assigned task, to be executed out of class, as an obligatory phase/element of the verification of the learning outcomes assigned to the course
Analysis of the corrective feedback provided by the academic teacher on the results of the verification of learning outcomes [d01] Consulting the results of the verification of learning outcomes
reading through the academic teacher’s comments, assessments and opinions on the implementation of the task aimed at checking the level of the achieved learning outcomes
Review of internship documentation [d03] Consulting the results of the verification of learning outcomes
an analysis of the portfolio of documentation obtained during internship, including professional internship, and other practical classes and studio sessions, as well as the documentation developed in order to obtain credit for such classes; verification of the description, necessary attachments, opinions and grades before submitting the portfolio for acceptance
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Module description (PDF)
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Syllabuses (USOSweb)
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