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PNS0202

Advances in life cycle assessment

The course consists of two separate physical gatherings complemented by literature reading and a period of distance-based group work in between meetings. During meetings, invited lecturers, representing various fields of LCA research, present and problematise methodological approaches and applications of LCA based on their research and their experiences of applying LCA in various areas. During meetings, students participate in group discussions where they get a chance to learn from each other’s experiences, reflect on their own and others’ research in view of earlier and current LCA research, and discuss limitations and possibilities for future development of their work. The students will also present their current and planned work to others. An important aspect of the meetings is also to engage in networking activities.



Pedagogical form

The course consists of a mix of learning activities. An important basis of the course are the guest lectures to exemplify different methodological areas and applications of LCA, but the main focus is on student centred learning through peer instruction in the form of group discussions/mini workshops, peer feedback on individual work, and group work.

Syllabus and other information


Syllabus

PNS0202 Advances in life cycle assessment, 5.0 Credits

Subjects

Technology Environmental Assesment,

Education cycle

Postgraduate level

Grading scale

Pass / Failed

Language

English

Prior knowledge

To be admitted to the course the student must be admitted to third-cycle education in a topic of relevance for the course. The student must also have completed an undergraduate or graduate LCA course, have significant experience from the use of LCA, or be able to demonstrate similar competence.

Objectives

The objective of this course is to

• give the student a broad view of life cycle assessment (LCA) methodology and application, including knowledge on state-of-the-art research in selected areas,

• disseminate the expertise and experiences of senior LCA researchers to a new generation of PhD students, and

• help the PhD students create an informal network of young LCA researchers.

Content

The course consists of two separate physical gatherings complemented by literature reading and a period of distance-based group work in between meetings. During meetings, invited lecturers, representing various fields of LCA research, present and problematise methodological approaches and applications of LCA based on their research and their experiences of applying LCA in various areas. During meetings, students participate in group discussions where they get a chance to learn from each other’s experiences, reflect on their own and others’ research in view of earlier and current LCA research, and discuss limitations and possibilities for future development of their work. The students will also present their current and planned work to others. An important aspect of the meetings is also to engage in networking activities.

Pedagogical form

The course consists of a mix of learning activities. An important basis of the course are the guest lectures to exemplify different methodological areas and applications of LCA, but the main focus is on student centred learning through peer instruction in the form of group discussions/mini workshops, peer feedback on individual work, and group work.

Responsible department

Department of Energy and Technology

Course facts

Subject: Technology Environmental Assesment,
Course code: PNS0202 Location: Location independent Distance course: No Language: English Responsible department: Department of Energy and Technology Pace: 55%