ES3S202 - Resources for the Future 01 Jul 2022 - 31 Aug 2028 | Version 1
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | ES3S202 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Resources for the Future | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Science | ||
| Faculty Group: | Department of Chemistry and Forensic Science | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Earth and Environment | ||
| Module Leader: | Angela Morris | ||
| Module Team: | James Cruwys, Anthony Harris, Ian Skilling, Marios Miliorizos | ||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2027 | Final Year of Intake: | 2027 |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 20 | Credit Level: | 6 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | 101072 - pollution control | 101078 - applied environmental sciences | |
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 10 | 90 | |
Document Version Information
| Version | 1 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Jul 2022 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2028 |
Module Aims
Resources for the future aims to explore challenges associated with the natural resources needed for future society, in the context of a sustainable and low carbon future.
The aims of this module are:
(1) Understand the sources for raw materials needed for the transition to a low carbon future
(2) Consider the challenges and environmental issues in waste management 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
Carbon economics and modelling, carbon footprint reduction.
Life cycle assessments and emissions reduction. Carbon footprint calculation and calculators. Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions. Development of case study for carbon footprinting.
Waste management and the circular economy. Recycling streams, treatment of wastes and production of products utilising thermal, chemical, and mechanical processes. Plastics and polymers in recycling. Government policies and practice in recycling and waste management. Selected topics in sustainable waste management, energy production and recycling.
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 20 |
| Practical classes and workshops | 20 |
| External visits | 8 |
| Independent Study | 140 |
| Groupwork | 12 |
| Total Hours Selected | 200 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Critically explain the issues in developing a low carbon future. |
| LO2 | Critically review policies and practices in developing a circular economy and managing waste. |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asynchronous Assessment | Report 2 | Selected topic on waste management and recycling | 0 | 2000 | 50 | No | 40 |
| Asynchronous Assessment | Report 1 | Industry-format report for carbon footprinting calculations with recommendations for footprint reduction. | 0 | 2000 | 50 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Report 2 | ✘ | ✘ | |
| Report 1 | ✘ | ✘ | |