Please note! Course description is confirmed for two academic years, which means that in general, e.g. Learning outcomes, assessment methods and key content stays unchanged. However, via course syllabus, it is possible to specify or change the course execution in each realization of the course, such as how the contact sessions are organized, assessment methods weighted or materials used.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
- The students can identify the different stakeholders in the circular economy and their particular roles
- The student has methods to evaluate sustainability of materials and processes
- Enhancing sustainability in the processes for recycling products and materials
Credits: 5
Schedule: 01.03.2021 - 29.03.2021
Teacher in charge (valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022): Rodrigo Serna Guerrero
Teacher in charge (applies in this implementation): Rodrigo Serna Guerrero
Contact information for the course (applies in this implementation):
CEFR level (applies in this implementation):
Language of instruction and studies (valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022):
Teaching language: English
Languages of study attainment: English
CONTENT, ASSESSMENT AND WORKLOAD
Content
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
This course connects the different stakeholders, particularly business and consumers into circular economy development. It also provides a systemic approach and cooperation among actors operating in the supply chain with different themes:
1) The business landscape
2) The metal producing and recycling industry
3) Technologies and methods for enhancing sustainability
Strategy transformation and cultural change
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
Contact sessions, MOOCs, group tasks
Workload
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
135 h (5 cr.)
Contact teaching 27 h
Independent and group tasks 108 h
DETAILS
Study Material
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
Contact session and online material
Substitutes for Courses
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
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Prerequisites
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
Preference given to students that have taken CHEM-E6130 Metal Recycling Technologies
SDG: Sustainable Development Goals
8 Decent Work and Economic Growth
9 Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
11 Sustainable Cities and Communities
12 Responsible Production and Consumption
13 Climate Action