Environmental Economics
| Structure Type: | Study unit |
|---|---|
| Code: | IYTA0405 |
| Type: | Compulsory / Professional Studies |
| Curriculum: | I-YT 2013 |
| Level: | Bachelor of Engineering |
| Year of Study: | 3 (2015-2016) |
| Credits: | 3 cr |
| Responsible Teacher: | Niemelä, Riitta |
| Language of Instruction: | Finnish |
Courses During the Academic Year 2015-2016
| Impl. | Group(s) | Study Time | Teacher(s) | Language | Enrolment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | I-YT-4V | 2015-10-26 – 2016-03-12 | Marja Naaranoja, Riitta Niemelä | Finnish | 2015-08-14 – 2015-10-30 |
| 4 | I-YT-4N | 2016-01-04 – 2016-03-12 | Marja Naaranoja, Riitta Niemelä | Finnish | 2015-12-07 – 2016-01-10 |
Learning Outcomes
The student understands the interaction between environmental issues and economy and is able to assess the effect of different regulations and incentives based on the given examples
Student's Workload
The total amount of student's work is 81 h, which contains 56 h of contact studies.
Contents
Basic concepts of economics and environmental economics. Public policy regulations and incentives for environmental protection. Pollution and its regulation, optimal level of pollution. Sustainable use of resources. Topical issues of environmental economics.
Recommended or Required Reading and Other Learning Resources/Tools
Paavola,J. 1996. Ympäristötalouden perusteet. Opetushallitus
B.C.Field. 1997. Environmental Economics. McGraw-Hill, USA.
Material provided by the lecturer.
Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Lectures
Assessment Criteria
Grade 1: The student knows those subjects of the course, which are necessary for the forthcoming studies and working life.
Grade 3: The student is well-abled to utilize the course contents.
Grade 5: The student is able to apply creatively the contents of the course.
Assessment Methods
Intermediate and final exam.