Introduction to Air Pollution Modelling
Course Code
TL4208
Number of Credits
2
Semester
Course Type
Study Material
| Study Material | Depth |
|---|---|
| Introduction to Air Pollution Modeling - Definition and scope of air pollution modeling - The importance of modeling in air quality management - General description of the types of air pollution models | Explore |
| Fundamentals of Atmospheric Physics - Structure and composition of the atmosphere - Physical and chemical processes in the atmosphere - Atmospheric dynamics that influence the distribution of pollutants | Express |
| Sources and Classification of Air Pollutants - Natural and anthropogenic sources - Classification of air pollutants (primary and secondary) - Case studies of pollutant sources in various regions | Express |
| Basic Principles of Air Pollution Dispersion Modeling - Basic concepts of dispersion models - Advection-diffusion equation - Gaussian model application | Expert |
| Data Collection and Emission Inventory Techniques - Emission data collection methods - Emission inventory and database - Validation and verification of emissions data | Expert |
| Numerical Models in Air Pollution Modeling - Introduction to numerical methods - Discretization of differential equations - Numerical solutions for air pollution models | Expert |
| Gaussian Plume Model - Theory and application of the Gaussian Plume model - Case study of using the Gaussian Plume model - Limitations and advantages of the Gaussian Plume model | Expert |
| Complex Models for Regional Scales - Grid model (Eulerian) and Lagrangian model - Regional and global scale models - Case study of regional scale model application | Expert |
| Urban Air Pollution Modeling - Source of pollutants in urban areas - Dispersion models in urban environments - Case study of air pollution modeling in big cities | Expert |
| Model Evaluation and Validation - Model performance evaluation methods - Validate model results with observation data - Case study of air pollution model evaluation | Expert |
| Atmospheric Chemistry Models - Chemical reactions in the atmosphere - Atmospheric chemistry models (box model, Eulerian model) - Application of atmospheric chemistry models | Expert |
| Modeling Air Pollution in Industrial Areas - Source of pollutants in industrial areas - Dispersion models for industrial emissions - Case study of air pollution in industrial areas | Expert |
| Microscale Models and Building Interactions - Modeling at the micro scale (small area) - Interaction between buildings and pollutant distribution - Modeling case studies in dense urban areas | Expert |
| Modeling Applications for Air Quality Management - Use of models for planning and policy - Simulation of mitigation scenarios - Case studies of model applications in decision making | Expert |
Graduate Learning Outcomes (GLO) carried by the course
| CPMK Code | Course Learning Outcomes Elements (CLO) |
|---|---|
| CPMK 1 | Students can understand, analyze system requirements, interpret data for calculations and design industrial waste management systems |