The course is included in these curricula and study modules
- Energy and environmental engineering 2021 - Sustainable modelling
- Energy and environmental engineering 2022 - Sustainable modelling
- Energy and environmental engineering 2021 - hvac planning - Sustainable modelling
- Energy and environmental engineering 2023 - Sustainable modelling
- Materials processing technology 2021 - Sustainable modelling
- Materials processing technology 2022 - Sustainable modelling
- Mechanical and sustainable engineering 2021 - Sustainable modelling
- Mechanical and sustainable engineering 2022 - Sustainable modelling
- Mechanical and sustainable engineering 2023 - Sustainable modelling
- Materials technology and sustainability 2023 - Sustainable modelling
Level/category
Teaching language
English
Type of course
Compulsory
Cycle/level of course
First
Recommended year of study
1
Total number of ECTS
5 cr
Competency aims
Within this study unit we will focus on the
following competency:
Sustainability
SDGs in focus:
#3 Good health and well-being
#6 Clean water and sanitation
#12 Responsible consumption and production
#13 Climate action
#14 Life below water
#15 Life on land
Learning outcomes
Upon completion of this study unit:
You understand the mechanisms and latest
scientific results on the environment,
including
the climate, biodiversity and impact categories
in
life cycle assessments. (Knowledge)
You are aware of the impacts of raw material
extraction and processing, and their context
within planetary boundaries. (Attitude)
You understand the role of engineers in
relevant
sectors such as materials engineering,
construction and the bioeconomy. (Attitude)
You can identify the potential environmental
impacts of engineering products and processes.
Skills
You understand environmental management
standards
and carbon capture storage and utilization.
(Knowledge)
You can consider appropriate climate mitigation
strategies. (Skills)
Course contents
Planetary boundaries, environmental impacts
(climate, LCA categories, biodiversity),
environmental management, carbon capture storage
and utilization, climate engineering
Prerequisites and co-requisites
None
Recommended or required reading
All learning materials will be provided in
itslearning.
Study activities
- Lectures - 24 hours
- Excursions and demonstrations - 6 hours
- Project- and production work/artistic activities - 17 hours
- Individual studies - 85 hours
- Seminars - 3 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
Learning diary, group project presentation
Teacher
- Makkonen-Craig Stewart
- Skön Kim
Examiner
Makkonen-Craig Stewart
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