ES1S202 - Resources and Materials 01 Jul 2022 - 31 Aug 2028 | Version 1
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | ES1S202 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Resources and Materials | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Science | ||
| Faculty Group: | Applied Sciences | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Earth and Environment | ||
| Module Leader: | Anthony Harris, Angela Morris | ||
| Module Team: | Niamh Breslin, Thomas Lambourne, James Cruwys | ||
| First Intended Intake: | Final Year of Intake: | ||
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 20 | Credit Level: | 4 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | 100469 - environmental management | 101072 - pollution control | 101078 - applied environmental sciences |
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 30 | 40 | 30 |
Document Version Information
| Version | 1 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Jul 2022 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2028 |
Module Aims
This module introduces students to the key natural resources, their use, extraction, sustainability, re-use/recycling, disposal and the circular economy. The aims of this module are to:
Understand the nature of Earth Resources, the processes that have generated them and affected their distribution.
Consider the extraction, use and disposal of resources, together with the processes and impact of these activities.
Introduce the concepts of resource sustainability, re-use/recycling, disposal and the circular economy
In engaging with the module appropriately, students will fully achieve level-appropriate Behaviour Domains of the following USW Graduate Attributes:
Commercial Awareness - Behaviour Domains 1, 2, 3
Communication - Behaviour Domains 1, 2, 3
Leadership - Behaviour Domains 1, 2, 3
Innovation and Enterprise - Behaviour Domains 1, 2, 3
Project Management - Behaviour Domains 1, 2, 3
Digital Literacy - Behaviour Domains 1, 2, 3
The Capabilities associated with these behaviours are found in the Graduate Attributes table at the end of the descriptor.
Content Summary
This module will introduce students to the key natural resources, their extraction, use, sustainability, re-use/recycling, disposal and the circular economy.
Formation and sources of natural resources; water, soil, construction materials, minerals and metals, hydrocarbons.
Mineral resources, their extraction and utilisation, mineral processing, industrial processing and material science.
Soils. Soil health measurement and sustainable agriculture. Soil waste, reuse and codes of practice.
Global issues around water and groundwater resources, including sources and management. Case studies. Introduction to water treatment and sewage treatment. Impacts of sewage discharges.
Finally, students will also be introduced to ideas around reuse and recycling; product design, recycling and separation technologies, together with waste disposal and management.
Students will also be presented with ideas around managing natural resources.
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 35 |
| Practical classes and workshops | 5 |
| External visits | 8 |
| Independent Study | 152 |
| Total Hours Selected | 200 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Characterise and explain key earth resources including impacts of use. |
| LO2 | Assess the impacts of waste and the importance of careful management of resource use and disposal. |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asynchronous Assessment | Report 1 | Extraction and careful management of a chosen natural resource | 0 | 2000 | 50 | No | 40 |
| Synchronous Online Assessment | Classroom Test - Time Constrained (Online) 1 | Online multi choice covering entire syllabus | 60 | N/A | 50 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Report 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Classroom Test - Time Constrained (Online) 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |