Course: Atmospheric Optics

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Course title Atmospheric Optics
Course code OPT/OA
Organizational form of instruction Lecture + Exercise
Level of course Master
Year of study not specified
Semester Summer
Number of ECTS credits 3
Language of instruction Czech
Status of course Compulsory-optional
Form of instruction Face-to-face
Work placements This is not an internship
Recommended optional programme components None
Lecturer(s)
  • Řehoř Zdeněk, Ing. Ph.D.
Course content
1. The composition of the Earth's atmosphere - atmospheric phenomena 2. Natural radiant source, the spectral properties of natural materials 3. The optical density of the atmosphere 4. Calculation of the Earth's atmosphere transmittance 5. Libraries radiant transfer - libRadtran 6. Range of vision in various regions of the spectrum 7. Dissemination of laser radiation atmosphere 8. The spectral properties of natural materials 9. Spectral properties of artificial materials 10.Infrared calibration procedures 11.The characteristic features of and typical targets 12.The camouflage

Learning activities and teaching methods
Lecture, Activating (Simulations, Games, Dramatization)
  • Attendace - 25 hours per semester
  • Preparation for the Exam - 40 hours per semester
Learning outcomes

The ability to analyze the influence of the atmosphere in recognition of observed targets and the possibility of their camouflage.
Prerequisites
Knowledge of the design and quality of optical systemsat the courses OS1

Assessment methods and criteria
Oral exam

Knowledge of the syllabus of lectures
Recommended literature
  • Adrew, L.C. (2004). Atmospheric Optics. SPIE.
  • Halounová, L., Pavelka, K. (2008). Dálkový průzkum Země. ČVUT Praha.
  • Jacobs, P.A. (2006). Thermal infrared characterization of ground targets and backgrounds. SPIE.
  • Petty, G.W. (2006). A First Course in Atmospheric Radiation. Sundog Publishing.


Study plans that include the course
Faculty Study plan (Version) Category of Branch/Specialization Recommended year of study Recommended semester
Faculty: Faculty of Science Study plan (Version): Digital and Instrument Optics (2019) Category: Physics courses 2 Recommended year of study:2, Recommended semester: Summer