- De www.edx.org
Circular Economy: An Interdisciplinary Approach
- Individualizado
- Acesso livre
- Certificado pago
- 6 sequências
- Advanced Level
Detalhes do curso
Programa de Estudos
Module 1: Introduction to the Circular Economy
In this module, we will investigate how the circular economy is defined, how it deviates from the current so-called "linear" system and how it relates to other sustainable schools of thought. At the end of this module, we hope you will have learned the main principles of the circular economy and the reasons to invest in a transition towards a circular economy.
Module 2: Circular Systems Engineering
In this module, we will introduce you to the concept of systems thinking. A systematic approach to problems and situations is necessary when dealing with complex systems. In addition to implementing this way of thinking, engineering solutions are also needed when closing cycles. At the end of this module, you will know how to apply systems thinking when analysing and transitioning to circularity, and have learned some interesting examples of engineering solutions.
Module 3: Transition Management
In this module, we will discuss how circular changes come about within companies and society. What is needed for businesses to successfully transition towards circularity? What are some useful skills you can develop yourself to help transform industries and your own environment?
Module 4: Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)
In this module, you will learn about the strengths and weaknesses of LCA, and how it can be used to quantify the environmental impact of circular products. After completion of this module, you’ll understand the principles of LCA and know what questions LCA can answer.
Module 5: Agent Based Modelling (ABM)
Agent Based Modelling is a tool that can be very useful when researching circular economy situations. In this module, you will learn what ABM is, how it works and when it can be applied. You don’t have to learn how to program code yourself – but if you want to, you can.
Module 6: Case
The last module contains a case study, in which you will apply everything you have learnt so far.
Pré-requisito
To optimally learn in/from and complete the complete MicroMasters Program we expect you to have a bachelor degree in social sciences (preferably business-, or economics). However, there is no formal entry level requirement for this MOOC.
Instrutores
Emiel Wubben
Associate Professor in Strategic Management
Wageningen University & Research
Alistair Beames
Post-Doctoral Researcher in the Operations Research and Logistics group
Wageningen University & Research
Gert Jan Hofstede
Professor at the Information Technology Group
Wageningen University & Research
Dr. Kim Poldner
Professor of Circular Business
The Hague University of Applied Sciences
David Strik
Assistant Professor, Biological Recycling Technology
Wageningen University & Research
Jan Vreeburg
Associate Professor, UETM
Wageningen University & Research
Editor
A Universidade de Wageningue está situada em Wageningue, nos Países Baixos. O seu campus está situado na periferia da cidade, o que lhe permite planear numerosas extensões das suas instalações, todas elas já ultramodernas, devido ao seu carácter científico. A universidade centra-se nas ciências da vida, na sociologia, nas relações empresariais e nos recursos naturais.
Em particular, a Universidade acolhe o Instituto Alterra para a investigação multidisciplinar sobre o ambiente artificial e antrópico (ambiente rural, ecologia urbana, espaços verdes, teias verdes).
Plataforma
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EdX a été fondée par le Massachusetts Institute of Technology et par l'université Harvard en mai 2012. En 2014, environ 50 écoles, associations et organisations internationales offrent ou projettent d'offrir des cours sur EdX. En juillet 2014, elle avait plus de 2,5 millions d'utilisateurs suivant plus de 200 cours en ligne.
Les deux universités américaines qui financent la plateforme ont investi 60 millions USD dans son développement. La plateforme France Université Numérique utilise la technologie openedX, supportée par Google.