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Overview
The Air Quality Modelling course at the UWE Bristol (University of the West of England) provides an understanding of the theory and practice of using dispersion models to replicate the behaviour of pollution in the atmosphere. The course will explain the rationale behind air quality modelling using examples of particular models to describe the ways in which they are used and highlight some of the potential limitations and problems associated with them.
Key Features
The course also provides a basic introduction to model input data, the basic principles and assumptions involved and the concepts of model validation, verification and adjustment, including worked examples of a modelling scenario in ADMS-Roads and the verification and adjustment process.
Who is it for?
The courses will be of interest to students, practitioners and policy makers involved in air quality management in:
- Environmental health/protection
- Public health
- Transport
- Land-use planning
Programme Structure
Content
This course will cover the following areas:
- Rationale for Air Quality Modelling
- Types of models and their uses
- Monitoring strategies for Local Air Quality Management
- Model input data
- Principles and assumptions
- Modelling scenarios
- Model validation, verification and adjustment
- Data validation and ratification
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 1 days
Start dates & application deadlines
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More details
TBC
Language
English
Delivered
Online
Campus Location
- Bristol, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Environmental Sciences View 34 other Short Courses in Environmental Sciences in United KingdomWhat students do after studying
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- There are no formal entry requirements to join this course.
- A good level of English language is required to be able to follow the content.
Technological requirements
- Operating system: Windows 7+, Mac OS 10.9
- Web browser: Firefox is the optimal browser. However other browsers are also compatible.
Additional requirements:
- 256 MB RAM
- 20 MB free disk space
- Internet Access - 28.8 kbps speed or above (broadband connection highly recommended).
- Microphone and speakers/headphones
- Webcam
- Blackboard online platform
Tuition Fees
Additional Details
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Funding
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