KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING ABILITY:
Graduates acquire :
- knowledge of the fundamental concepts of classical physics and of the methods of investigation and measurement of physical phenomena (FIS/01 FIS/02);
- knowledge of basic and supplementary mathematics (MAT/02, MAT/03, MAT/05, MAT/07);
- knowledge of the fundamental concepts of chemistry (CHIM/02, CHIM/03);
- knowledge of the basic concepts of classical and quantum physics (FIS/02, FIS/03);
- knowledge of basic computer programming instruments (INF/01, ING-INF/05);
- knowledge of the principles of the physics of fluids, atmospheric physics, of meteorology and physical climatology (FIS/06);
- basic knowledge of protection of the environment and health (FIS/07);
The scientific disciplinary fields indicated in brackets illustrate the learning outcomes achieved by graduates. Further in-depth study is linked to the scientific discipline fields: MAT/06, MAT/08, CHIM/01, CHIM/06, CHIM/12, FIS/05, FIS/08, GEO/10, GEO/11, GEO/12.
The skills listed above are developed by attending courses and passing examinations, lecture participation, practical activities, seminars, guided and individual study at home as required within the various course units instituted and especially in the area of the core curriculum subject areas.
Assessment of the achievement of these learning outcomes is mainly by means of ongoing testing with mid-term tests and written assignments and through written and oral end-of-course examinations.
ABILITY TO APPLY KNOWLEDGE AND TO UNDERSTAND:
Graduates are able to:
- apply knowledge of classical physics to the processing and interpretation of data and experimental results;
- use mathematical models and create simple ones for the study and interpretation of different situations;
- use basic computer programming instruments;
- use the results of models in the environmental and meteorological sector;
- apply the basic concepts of quantum physics to the study of the interaction between electromagnetic radiation and planetary atmospheres and the remote sensing techniques.
The degree programme enables graduates to apply their basic knowledge to the study of the atmospheric system. All course units have a theoretical foundation accompanied by examples and applications, assessments and individual and group projects, to encourage an active participation, the ability to work independently and communicate the results of the completed work . The in-depth study and revision that is required in home study takes on considerable importance in this respect. The achievement of the learning outcomes is developed through the study of texts proposed for home study, numerical and practical laboratory or computing activities, through bibliographic research and on the job, as well as in with individual or group projects. These learning outcomes are developed particularly within the core scientific discipline groups of the degree programme and in the elective course units chosen by students, as well as during the first-hand experience acquired while working for research institutes in the field of climate and atmosphere or in firms that provide services, as well as during the preparation of the final paper. Assessment is by means of written and oral examinations and the assignment of reports and practical activities in which students must demonstrate mastery of the instruments and methodologies and critical judgement.
JUDGEMENT SKILLS:
Graduates acquire the ability to:
- gather and interpret important scientific data derived from laboratory observation and measurement;
- formulate an analytical problem and propose ideas and solutions;
- adapt to different work environments and themes;
- find and assess sources of information and data from the scientific literature;
- provide an independent analysisof a problem and formulate an hypothesis for its solution.
The degree programme places particular emphasis on the development of judgement skills in students through individual and/or group work aimed at problem-solving of a type typical in the field of meteorology. The skills listed above are developed particularly through practical activities, organised seminars and the preparation of written assignments. This development is fostered particularly in the core and supplementary course units, in which great importance is given to a critical vision of concepts, investigative methodologies and results achieved at a theoretical and experimental level. Moreover, the main aim of the additional activities assigned by the supervisor for the preparation of the final paper is the development, valorisation and assessment of the judgement skills acquired by students and the increased ability to work alone and in a team.
COMMUNICATION SKILLS:
Graduates acquire the ability to:
- communicate simply and critically, in writing and orally, in their native language and in another European language on subjects related to professional activities and relations;
- interact with other people and work in a team;
- process and present experimental data with the aid of multi-media systems;
Throughout the degree programme students are required to improve their communication skills. This outcome is developed through the preparation of reports, seminars and multi-media presentations, as well as the completion of practical activities and course units, the preparation of written reports and documents and their subsequent oral presentation. Language skills are developed during a specific course unit and with the use of international literature. These activities culminate in the preparation of the final paper.
LEARNING SKILLS:
Graduates are able to:
- use the knowledge acquired, reliable sources and results present in the scientific literature to tackle given problems and cope with new problems;
- work independently and continue their professional training.
The degree programme stimulates students to improve their learning skills through the preparation of individual projects and during the preparation of the final paper. Learning skills are assessed continuously during the course units, and require the presentation of data gathered independently as well as during tutorials and project-work to a deadline and in the evaluation of the level of self-learning matured during the preparation of the final paper.
