The course is included in these curricula and study modules
- Environmental and energy engineering 2020 - Circular economy
- Energy and environmental engineering 2021 - Circular economy
- Energy and environmental engineering 2022 - Circular economy
- Energy and environmental engineering 2021 - hvac planning - Circular economy
- Energy and environmental engineering 2023 - Circular economy
- Materials processing technology 2021 - Circular economy
- Materials processing technology 2022 - Circular economy
- Mechanical and sustainable engineering 2021 - Circular economy
- Mechanical and sustainable engineering 2022 - Circular economy
- Mechanical and sustainable engineering 2023 - Circular economy
- Materials technology and sustainability 2023 - Circular economy
Level/category
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:
A deeper understanding of material and energy
circularity in technical and biological industrial
sectors. Familiarity with current developments in
each sector. (Knowledge)
The ability to consider evidence and identify
potential couplings of processes as regenerative
or
restorative solutions towards enhanced
circularity.
(Skill)
An understanding of future professional role of
engineers in the circular economy. (Attitude)
Course contents
Lectures, group exercises, group project,
excursions, practical recycling exercise, guest
presentations, participation in events
Prerequisites and co-requisites
Circular Economy Principles GT-3-002 (0)
Study activities
- Lectures - 27 hours
- Excursions and demonstrations - 27 hours
- Project- and production work/artistic activities - 27 hours
- Individual studies - 54 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
Home page of the course
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