What it is about
In this module you will learn the physical foundations of the climate system, the causes of climate change, and the impacts on various systems and regions. Building on this, you will develop adaptation and mitigation strategies for biological, physical and chemical systems and assess their effectiveness and cost-benefit aspects.
What you will be able to do
- Understand the physical basis of the climate system
- Identify drivers of climate change
- Refute climate-sceptic arguments
- Summarize observed changes in the climate system
- Represent impacts in affected systems and regions
- Assess cross-sectoral impacts
- Develop and evaluate adaptation and mitigation measures
- Analyze effectiveness and cost-efficiency of measures
What the module consists of
- VorlesungDelivery of the physical foundations, impacts and important mitigation strategies
- SeminarDeepening of selected topics through case studies and group presentations
Teaching method
- Vorlesung mit PowerPointto present theoretical foundations and current research findings
- Seminar mit Gruppenarbeit und Präsentationento deepen case studies and practice practical application
- Übungen/Excursionfor practical application and deepening of what has been learned