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Level/category

Extension studies

Teaching language

English

Type of course

Optional

Cycle/level of course

First

Recommended year of study

2

Total number of ECTS

5 cr

Competency aims

In this study unit the focus lies on the following
competencies:
Sustainability

SDGs in focus:
#7 AFFORDABLE AND CLEAN ENERGY
#8 DECENT WORK AND ECONOMIC GROWTH
#9 INDUSTRY, INNOVATION AND INFRASTRUCTURE
#11 SUSTAINABLE CITIES AND COMMUNITIES
#12 RESPONSIBLE CONSUMPTION & PRODUCTION
#13 CLIMATE ACTION

Learning outcomes

Once you have completed the study unit you will
have:

The ability to assess quantitively the circular
performance of a product, process or company using
computational circular LCA tools known as
indicators.
(Skill)

The ability to differentiate between the design
intent and actual performance of a circular
system,
and propose corrective interventions to realize
circular transition. (Knowledge, Attitude)

Course contents

Lectures, group exercises, group project, guest
presentations, participation in events

Prerequisites and co-requisites

Circular Economy Principles, GT-3-002(0)
Circular Economy Sectors, GT-3-004(0)

Study activities

  • Lectures - 30 hours
  • Practical exercises - 30 hours
  • Project- and production work/artistic activities - 30 hours
  • Individual studies - 45 hours

Workload

  • Total workload of the course: 135 hours
  • Of which autonomous studies: 135 hours
  • Of which scheduled studies: 0 hours

Mode of Delivery

Participation in tuition

Assessment methods

  • Demonstrations and proficiency exams
  • Essays, reports, productions and portfolio

Assessment requirements

Group project, individual learning diary or
exam/quizzes

Teacher

  • Linderbäck Paula
  • Makkonen-Craig Stewart

Examiner

Linderbäck Paula

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Group size

No limit

Assignments valid until

Until further notice

Assessment methods

  • Date will be announced later - Demonstrations and presentations
  • Date will be announced later - Reports and productions

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