Eco-efficient Production
| Structure Type: | Study unit |
|---|---|
| Code: | IEYX0904 |
| Type: | Compulsory / Professional Studies |
| Curriculum: | EY 2014 |
| Level: | Bachelor of Engineering |
| Year of Study: | 2 (2015-2016) |
| Credits: | 4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | I-EY-2N | 2015-09-01 – 2015-12-31 | Riitta Niemelä | Finnish | 2015-08-14 – 2015-09-13 |
Learning Outcomes
The student masters the principles of sustainable development. The student is able to relate current discussion and development needs to sustainable development. The student is able to identify the factors having essential role on human well-being and functioning of our environment, and future development needs.
The student understands the concept of eco-efficiency. The student is able to use the common tools for assessing eco-efficiency, like LCA, MIPS, carbon footprint.
Student's Workload
Total work load 108 h, of which
- scheduled studies 56 h
- autonomous studies 52 h
Contents
Different aspects of sustainable development. Indicators for sustainable development. Global view on environmental issues. Current topics of sustainable development.
Ecp-efficiency. MIPS and life cycle analysis and their application in product development.
Recommended or Required Reading and Other Learning Resources/Tools
Material provided by the lecturer.
Gustafsson (toim.) 2005. Maailmanlaajuiset ympäristöongelmat – Uhkakuvista yhteistyöhön. Turun yliopisto.
Baumann & Tillman. The Hitch Hiker’s guide to LCA.
Autio, Sakari & Lettenmeier, Michael 2002. Ekotehokkuus – Business as Future. TKK koulutuskeskus Dipoli.
Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Lectures and assignments.
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
Exam and assignments.