Introduction to Circular Economy, 3 cr (3cr)

Objective

Upon completion of the course the student is expected to be able toexplain 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

The course is conducted in two learning environments. MOOC online learning environment 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 online learning environment

Further information

ContentYou will study in two different learning environments. Links are on the course page.MOOC online learning environmentThe 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 online learning environmentIn 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).Completion methods You will study in two different learning environments: MOOC online learning environment Moodle area of the course Assessment practices and criteria The instructions for completing the course are found in Moodle.Target groups Open to all: Bachelor's and Master's students, other students, everybody interested in circular economy. Suitable for exchange and visiting students.Teaching period when the course will be offered Any periods. The course is an online course that can be taken independently according to your own schedule between 1.8. - 31.7.Recommended time or stage of studies for completion Any time or stageStudy modulesThe 5 cr version (MAAT-051) of this study unit is alternative in the study module MAAT-010 Basic studies in Agricultural SciencesExpiry of studies10 yearsLanguages of instructionEnglish, FinnishEQF levelMaster's / EQF level 7Additional informationThe course is part of Sustainability Studies Network (opens in a new window) and Climate University (opens in a new window).