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
- 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
The course takes place in period
4 (2023-03-20 to 2023-07-31)
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:
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
Makkonen-Craig Stewart
Home page of the course
Group size
No limit (27 students enrolled)
Assignments valid until
Until further notice
Course enrolment period
2023-03-06 to 2023-04-02
Assessment methods
- Date will be announced later - Demonstrations and presentations
- Date will be announced later - Reports and productions
| Date | Time | Room | Title | Description | Organizer |
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| 2023-03-29 | 13:15 - 16:00 | E383 | Circular Economy Indicators | Linderbäck Paula Makkonen-Craig Stewart |
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| 2023-04-05 | 13:15 - 16:00 | E383 | Circular Economy Indicators | Linderbäck Paula Makkonen-Craig Stewart |
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| 2023-04-12 | 13:15 - 16:00 | E383 | Circular Economy Indicators | Linderbäck Paula Makkonen-Craig Stewart |
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| 2023-04-19 | 13:15 - 16:00 | E383 | Circular Economy Indicators | Linderbäck Paula Makkonen-Craig Stewart |
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| 2023-04-26 | 13:15 - 16:00 | E383 | Circular Economy Indicators | Linderbäck Paula Makkonen-Craig Stewart |
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| 2023-05-03 | 13:15 - 16:00 | F365 | Circular Economy Indicators | Linderbäck Paula Makkonen-Craig Stewart |
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| 2023-05-10 | 13:15 - 16:00 | E383 | Circular Economy Indicators | Linderbäck Paula Makkonen-Craig Stewart |
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| 2023-05-24 | 13:00 - 16:00 | F249 | Circular Economy Indicators | Linderbäck Paula Makkonen-Craig Stewart |