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Sustainability Distance Course
Introduction to Sustainable Engineering Introduction to Sustainable Engineering
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Objective: The purpose of Introduction to Sustainable Engineering is to introduce the core concepts of Strategic Sustainable Development (SSD), including a thorough understanding of a structured planning and decision making model for application to real world issues. The nature of the course is that it is grounded in the traditions of engineering, providing a comprehensive systems-oriented sustainability framework informed by physics, biology, and chemistry. However, it is designed to be ‘transdisciplinary’ and is relevant to students of all professional and academic backgrounds with an interest in sustainability, providing essential scientific grounding. In consideration of the scale and complexity of the challenges associated with achieving a sustainable society, humanity in fact requires people of diverse expertise, creativity, knowledge and insight to contribute to building collaborative solutions.
HOW TO APPLY There is a maximum of 30 open seats for this course;
applications are reviewed on a first come, first served basis. Begin the online application at: www.bth.se/specialized/apply
Blekinge Institute of Technology Mechanical Engineering Dept. Campus Gräsvik, Karlskrona 37179 Sweden www.bth.se/tek
Module 1: Core Concepts of Strategic Sustainable Development (SSD) • Today’s environmental problems from a systems perspective • The cyclical processes in nature vs. the linear use of materials in today’s society • How to use a systems view and strategic planning for sustainable development • Principles of sustainability stemming from basic science: thermodynamics, energy, biological systems and social systems
Learning and Teaching The course is a recognised 7.5-credit point subject in the European Union (ECTS) and runs over a ten week period.
Module 2: Examination of Engineering Applications for Sustainability • Application of SSD framework to: > Energy Systems & Transport > Sustainable Product Development > Environmental Management Systems & Regulatory Frameworks > Life Cycle Analysis
Prerequisites This course is open to all students of any University level. The English language requirement is a minimum score of TOEFL 500 or IELTS 5.0. You do not need to be a currently registered student to participate in this course.
Aims and Learning Outcomes On completion the student will be able to: • Discuss some of the current environmental and social sustainability challenges; • Describe major components of a framework for strategic sustainable development; • Independently apply a strategic planning tool (the ABCD analysis) to an organisation; • Understand the role of engineering and technology within sustainable development; • Know methods, tools, and incentives for sus- tainable product-service system development
Assessment includes two written assignments, participation in interactive online tutorial sessions and threaded discussions, and a final examination. At select intervals there will also be exercises, case studies and revision materials supplied to further assist your learning. The course is delivered entirely in English.
Students must have access to broadband internet connection, and ability to download and run Marratech software (see www.marratech.com for more details). Additionally, a microphone and web camera will be required. Tuition is currently paid for by the Swedish government. Students will be required to purchase a course textbook at a cost of 600 Swedish Kronor (60 Euros/$100 USD).
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