Introduction to Circular Economy, 5 cr (5cr)
Course unit code: C-01901-MAAT-051
General information
- Credits
- 5 cr
- Institution
- University of Helsinki
Objective
Upon completion of the course the student is expected to be able to explain the targets of circular economy and understand possibilities to implement circular economy in different sectors,analyse capability of the selected products, production systems and services to fulfil the requirements of circular economy,implement assessments to reveal development needs of selected products, production systems and services to fulfill the requirements of circular economy, andcompare different alternative ways to work towards circular economy targets.
Content
You will study in two different learning environments: MOOC online learning environment (https://digicampus.fi/course/view.php?id=3521)The course’s MOOC online learning environment i.e. DigiCampus is open to everybody. Circular.now is divided into five larger units. Each unit includes exercises that allow you to confirm or deepen your learning. After you have completed all multiple-choice exercises, you will automatically receive a certificate through the MOOC system.Moodle area of the course (https://moodle.helsinki.fi/course/view.php?id=52691)In addition to the MOOC environment, you will also study in the Moodle online learning environment. In Moodle, you will find detailed instructions for completing the course and have the opportunity to get in touch with the teacher and other students. You can also find the instructions for the written assignment in Moodle. You will return the course assignments using the Moodle-area. To do so, you need to register as a student to the area. Self-registration is used and there is no enrollment key (password).
Further information
Completion methods You will study in two different learning environments: MOOC online learning environment, 3 cr Moodle area of the course, 2 crAssessment practices and criteria MOOC online learning environment: Completing all multiple-choice exercises.Moodle area of the course: The instructions for the written assignment is found in Moodle.Target groups Primarily to the students in Bachelor's Programme in Agricultural Sciences, students in other degree programmes. Maximum number of students is 100.Teaching period when the course will be offered MOOC online learning environment: Any periods. The course is an online course that can be taken independently according to your own schedule between 1.8. - 31.7.Moodle area of the course: Periods III-IV (returning of the course assignment)Recommended time or stage of studies for completion 2nd year of Bachelor's studiesStudy modulesAlternative in the study module MAAT-010 Basic studies in Agricultural SciencesExpiry of studies10 yearsLanguages of instructionEnglish, FinnishEQF levelMaster's / EQF level 7Additional informationThe MOOC version of this study unit, 3 cr, is open to all (code MAAT-051B)