The Basics of Circular Economy MOOCLaajuus (5 cr)
Code: BIO5OJ
Credits
5 op
Objective
The goal is to familiarize yourself with the circular economy and its principles through current, related materials provided. Completion of the course includes familiarization with the materials provided in the Moodle learning environment and the completion of tasks, through which the student can evaluate the development of his/hers skills. After completing the course, the student has the basic principles of the circular economy, business models according to the circular economy, and basic knowledge of how the circular economy is connected to the activities of various sectors (e.g. industry, tourism and construction).
Content
Concepts of the circular economy, sustainable development, business models of the circular economy and the connection of the circular economy to the activities of different sectors.
Qualifications
The course is suitable for students of all fields. The case examples connected to the business interface are focused on the fields of technology, construction and tourism.
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Passed completion of the course requires 80% correct answers on the section-specific tests and the final test.
Materials
Digital material in the Moodle learning environment (e.g. material summaries, publications, videos).
Further information
Completing the course is done independently, at your own pace.
Enrollment
01.10.2024 - 31.10.2025
Timing
07.01.2025 - 05.12.2025
Credits
5 op
Virtual proportion (cr)
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Bachelor of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 150
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Mechanical Engineering
Teachers
- Johanna Aarnio-Keinänen
- Mari-Selina Kantanen
Responsible person
Mari-Selina Kantanen
Objective
The goal is to familiarize yourself with the circular economy and its principles through current, related materials provided. Completion of the course includes familiarization with the materials provided in the Moodle learning environment and the completion of tasks, through which the student can evaluate the development of his/hers skills. After completing the course, the student has the basic principles of the circular economy, business models according to the circular economy, and basic knowledge of how the circular economy is connected to the activities of various sectors (e.g. industry, tourism and construction).
Content
Concepts of the circular economy, sustainable development, business models of the circular economy and the connection of the circular economy to the activities of different sectors.
Materials
Digital material in the Moodle learning environment (e.g. material summaries, publications, videos).
Evaluation scale
H-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Passed completion of the course requires 80% correct answers on the section-specific tests and the final test.
Qualifications
The course is suitable for students of all fields. The case examples connected to the business interface are focused on the fields of technology, construction and tourism.
Further information
Completing the course is done independently, at your own pace.