4A010E - Sustainable Business Practices in Global Aerospace 01 Sep 2026 - 31 Aug 2032 | Version 0
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | 4A010E | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Sustainable Business Practices in Global Aerospace | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Science | ||
| Faculty Group: | Engineering | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Aircraft Maintenance Engineering | ||
| Module Leader: | |||
| Module Team: | Bethan Llewellyn, Polly Blaikie, Andrew Carter, Nyam Nutalapati, Ward Broughton, Giuseppe Leogrande, Osama Siddique | ||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2026 | Final Year of Intake: | 2031 |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 20 | Credit Level: | 4 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | 100163 - electrical and electronic engineering | ||
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 100 | ||
Document Version Information
| Version | 0 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Sep 2026 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2032 |
Module Aims
To introduce students to the principles of sustainable business practice within the global aerospace sector, developing an understanding of the environmental, economic and social factors that influence organisational decision-making.
To develop students' awareness of the challenges and opportunities associated with achieving long-term sustainability in aerospace operations, manufacturing and supply chain activities.
Content Summary
This module introduces students to sustainable business practices within the global aerospace market while also providing an opportunity to develop basic hand skills and foundational aircraft maintenance competencies. Students explore the environmental, economic and social challenges facing contemporary society and examine how these issues influence responsible decision making across the aerospace sector.
Through guided learning, discussion and teamwork, students investigate key sustainability concepts—including the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Net Zero Carbon strategies and Circular Economy principles—and consider how these ideas connect within real-world aerospace contexts. The module encourages students to analyse current industry challenges, debate emerging solutions and apply introductory problem-solving approaches to authentic scenarios. By combining practical aircraft related activities with broader sustainability themes, students begin to appreciate how innovative, ethical and future focused thinking supports both effective maintenance practice and long-term aerospace industry viability.
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 38 |
| Tutorial | 10 |
| Independent Study | 92 |
| Directed Study | 60 |
| Total Hours Selected | 200 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Recognise and describe key environmental and climate-related challenges, and explain how sustainability concepts such as the SDGs, Net Zero Carbon and Circular Economy relate to responsible practice within the global aerospace sector. |
| LO2 | Apply introductory problem-solving and teamwork skills to real-world aerospace scenarios by observing, interpreting and proposing creative, adaptive and sustainable solutions, while beginning to develop basic hand skills and aircraft maintenance awareness. |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asynchronous Assessment | Portfolio | Portfolio that includes & details the work undertaken for various engineering projects. Includes a personal reflection on their performance | 0 | 3000 | 60 | No | 40 |
| Synchronous Onsite Oral Assessment | Group Poster Presentation (Online) | A visually designed poster summarising a research project, case study, or key topic, usually accompanied by a group oral explanation. | 8 | N/A | 40 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Portfolio | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Group Poster Presentation (Online) | ✔ | ✔ | |