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651-2125-00L 2 Credits BSC , DS , MSC D-USYS , D-ERDW
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Radiation measurements and climate

Strahlungsmessung in der Klimaforschung

Lecturers & Examiners: PD Dr. Rolf Philipona
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Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:06:22

Abstract

Fundamentals of radiation and description of radiative transfer. Shortwave solar and Total Solar Irradiance (TSI). Longwave terrestrial and atmospheric radiation and the greenhouse effect. Measurement of the shortwave and longwave radiation budget. Spectral measurements in shortwave, UV and PAR (Photosyntetically Active Radiation).

Objective

Basic understanding of radiation measurements and impact of radiation in meteorology and climate research.

Content

Fundamentals of radiation and description of radiative transfer. Shortwave solar and Total Solar Irradiance (TSI). Longwave terrestrial and atmospheric radiation and the greenhouse effect. Measurement of the shortwave and longwave radiation budget. Spectral measurements in shortwave, UV and PAR (Photosyntetically Active Radiation), in relation to aerosol optical depth, ozone, and CO2 content in the atmosphere. Comparison of radiation measurements and radiative transfer calculations.

Resources

Lecture Notes

Available in German

General Information

Language
German
Levels
BSC , DS , MSC
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
session examination
Mode
oral 30 minutes

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture Strahlungsmessung in der Klimaforschung
  • Thu 14:00-16:00
  • Thu 14:15-16:00 (ML J 34.3)
  • 14.12 Date 14:15-16:00 (ML J 34.3)
1 h weekly

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