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Introduction to Environmental Monitoring
Praktikum Umweltbeobachtung
Last Updated: 2026-06-01 11:33:52
Abstract
Typical parameter which are relevant for environmental systems are measured with modern sensors. The measuring devices are put together and programmed using a Sensebox (Arduino-based measuring box). The environmental data are analyzed and compared with information from literature.
Objective
- Gain understanding of measuring with modern sensors and basic understanding of electronic signal transmission. - Practical application of programming in the languages Arduino (C++) and Python. - Planning and carrying out measurement campaigns independently. - Be able to estimate the precision and correctness of measurements. - Use time series analysis profitably.
Content
The observation of different environmental systems is possible: - Weather and rain data. - heat island effect of cities. - Evapotranspiration: evaporation of water from the surface and from plants. - Measurement of environmental parameters in water bodies. - Indoor air quality.
Resources
Lecture Notes
Documents will be submitted.
Literature
Literature will be provided during the course.
General Information
- Language
- German
- Levels
- BSC
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- ungraded semester performance
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
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| practical/laboratory course |
Praktikum Umweltbeobachtung
Raumzuteilung in den Semesterwochen 1 bis 4 gemäss Angaben Dozierende.
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4 h weekly |