Universität Wien

290502 LP FluxLab (2026S)

5.00 ECTS (3.00 SWS), SPL 29 - Geographie
Continuous assessment of course work
Moodle
Th 19.03. 11:30-13:00 Seminarraum 2A310 3.OG UZA II

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Details

max. 12 participants
Language: English

Lecturers

Classes (iCal) - next class is marked with N

Due to multiple holidays and events clashing with planned lecture dates, there will be a need to arrange alternative lecture/demonstration dates for the course

############# Alternative Lecture / Demonstration Dates ####################

Proposed dates for first alternative lecture (1.5h) --> Tues 10.03 (9:45 – 16:00) or Wed 11.03 (9:45 – 15:00), Friday 13.03 (9:45 – 13:00)
Proposed dates for second alternative lecture/demonstration (1.5 -2h) --> Friday 20.03 (9:45 – 13:00) or Monday 23.03 (9:45 – 14:00)

*We will decide on a common date during the introductory lecture. All lecture material and information will be available to those who cannot make it to the alternative dates.

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############# Excursion Dates ####################

An excursion to Neusiedl am See / Illmitz is planned for 30.04.2026 (~10 - 16h)
An excursion to a stream/wetland in Vienna and/or Lower Austria where GHG and aquatic fluxes will be measured is planned for 21.05.2026 (~7 - 16h)

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  • Thursday 05.03. 11:30 - 13:00 Seminarraum 2A310 3.OG UZA II
  • Thursday 26.03. 11:30 - 13:00 Seminarraum 2A310 3.OG UZA II
  • Thursday 16.04. 11:30 - 13:00 Seminarraum 2A310 3.OG UZA II
  • Thursday 23.04. 11:30 - 13:00 Seminarraum 2A310 3.OG UZA II
  • Thursday 30.04. 11:30 - 13:00 Seminarraum 2A310 3.OG UZA II
  • Thursday 07.05. 11:30 - 13:00 Seminarraum 2A310 3.OG UZA II
  • Thursday 21.05. 11:30 - 13:00 Seminarraum 2A310 3.OG UZA II
  • Thursday 28.05. 11:30 - 13:00 Seminarraum 2A310 3.OG UZA II
  • Thursday 11.06. 11:30 - 13:00 Seminarraum 2A310 3.OG UZA II
  • Thursday 18.06. 11:30 - 13:00 Seminarraum 2A310 3.OG UZA II
  • Thursday 25.06. 11:30 - 13:00 Seminarraum 2A310 3.OG UZA II

Information

Aims, contents and method of the course

To gain an understanding of what are fluxes, to understand different types of fluxes and their drivers
To be able to plan an experiment measuring fluxes
To be able to measure fluxes using different methods
To be able to calculate fluxes and understand the factors influencing them (Statistical analysis of results)

The focus will be on greenhouse gas (GHG) measurement techniques, through aquatic (carbon and nutrient) and other fluxes will be covered

The course is taught through a combination of lectures, tutorials, structured assignments, demonstrations and application of knowledge gained during excursions

Assessment and permitted materials

Submissions of assignments (x2)
Active participation in lecture/field
Report submission + active group work

Minimum requirements and assessment criteria

40% - 2x Assignment submissions
60% - Final Report (group)

A minimum grade of 50% for both the Final report and assignments (cumulative assignment grade) is required to successfully pass the course

Grading
> 87.5% = 1
75 - 87.49% = 2
62.5 - 74.99% = 3
50 - 62.49% = 4
0 - 49.99%=5 (failed)

Examination topics

Contents of lectures, demonstrations and excursions

Reading list

Assigned during lecture as necessary

Association in the course directory

(MPG-M3A1)

MA Geography (855 [2]): for "Soil Mapping" or "Soil Analysis" or "Wetland Analysis" or "Wetland Biogeochemistry"

Last modified: Th 05.03.2026 20:47