ENVR08024 2019 Cleaner Production
Full Title
Cleaner Production
Transcript Title
Cleaner Production
Code
ENVR08024
Attendance
N/A %
Subject Area
ENVR - Environmental Science
Department
ESCI - Environmental Science
Level
08 - Level 8
Credit
10 - 10 Credits
Duration
Semester
Fee
€
Start Term
2019 - Full Academic Year 2019-20
End Term
9999 - The End of Time
Author(s)
Noel Connaughton
Programme Membership
SG_SECOL_H08 202000 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Environmental Science with Ecology
SG_SENVM_K08 201900 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Environmental Management
SG_SECOL_H08 202100 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Environmental Science with Ecology
SG_SENVI_K08 202300 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Environmental Science with Ecology (Add-on)
SG_SECOL_H08 202400 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Environmental Science with Ecology
Description
This module introduces the learner to the concept of cleaner production approaches and its application to a range of sectors (e.g. resource use and extraction, manufacturing, transport, use and final disposal) to increase overall efficiency and reduce damage and risks to humans and the environment. The module addresses pollution prevention, risk assessment, life cycle analysis, eco-labelling, green procurement and environmental performance evaluation. Specific emphasis will be placed on the financial appraisal of alternative options using simple payback and discounted cash flow techniques to select the most appropriate option from a range of options.
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this module the learner will/should be able to;
1.
Apply appropriate risk assessment methodologies to prioritise environmental protection measures.
2.
Develop appropriate accident prevention and emergency response procedures.
3.
Apply Cleaner Production principles and methodologies to a range of economic sectors.
4.
Critically review Green Procurement (GP) strategies and the factors that promote and hinder the effective implementation of GP strategies.
5.
Discuss the issues that should be considered in developing environmental awareness and training programmes.
6.
Critically review Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) methodologies and reports and discuss their practical application in environmental management.
7.
Devise appropriate environmental performance evaluation methods and indicators for a range of sectors.
8.
Use the payback method and discounted cash flow techniques to select a project from a range of alternative options.
Teaching and Learning Strategies
This module will be delivered part-time. This will include lectures, augmented by independent learning and directed learning. This approach is expected to address student learning needs. Moodle will be used as a repository of educational resources and as a means of assessment (e.g. quizzes, uploading assignments and journals).
Module Assessment Strategies
This module is 50% Continuous Assessment and 50% Final Exam.
There are two separate MCQs worth 15% each.
There is one continuous assessment assignment (20%) (either individual or group) involving a review of published documents (e.g. LCA reports, legislative requirements, technical guidance documents etc.) or the development of a methodology or procedure, the preparation of a report or the financial appraisal of a set of project options (input data either given by the lecturer or developed by the learner).
Repeat Assessments
Repeat Continuous Assessment and/or Final Exam.
Indicative Syllabus
Apply appropriate risk assessment methodologies to prioritise environmental protection measures.
- Principles of Risk Assessment (RA)
- Application of RA methodologies to prioritise environmental initiatives
- Practical application of RA methodologies to a range of organisations
Develop appropriate accident prevention and emergency response procedures.
- Legal requirements
- Review of Regulator Guidelines
Apply Cleaner Production principles and methodologies to a range of economic sectors.
- Principles and methodologies of Cleaner Production (CP)
- Application of CP methodologies to a selected range of sectors to proactively protect the environment such as Manufacturing, Construction, Water & Wastewater, Waste, Energy, Transport, Agriculture & Forestry, Mining & Quarrying, Built Environment, Tourism, Services.
Critically review Green Procurement (GP) strategies and the factors that promote and hinder the effective implementation of GP strategies.
- Principles of Green Procurement
- Green Procurement Criteria
Discuss the issues that should be considered in developing environmental awareness and training programmes.
- Environmental stakeholders
- Communicating science/engineering to a technical and non-technical audience
- Identifying training needs and assessing the training function
Critically review Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) methodologies and reports and discuss their practical application in environmental management.
- Principles of LCA (ISO 14040, ISO 14044)
- Critical review of a range of LCA Case Studies
Devise appropriate environmental performance evaluation methods and indicators for a range of sectors.
- Types and classifications of Environmental Indicators
- Establishing and using Environmental Performance Indicators
Use the payback method and discounted cash flow techniques to select a project from a range of alternative options.
- Payback method
- Net Present Value method
- Internal Rate of Return
- Practical application of DCF techniques to assess alternative environmental options over extended time periods
Coursework & Assessment Breakdown
Coursework & Continuous Assessment
50 %
End of Semester / Year Formal Exam
50 %
Coursework Assessment
| Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Multiple Choice MCQ1 | Coursework Assessment | Multiple Choice/Short Answer Test | 15 % | Week 4 | 1,2 |
| 2 | Individual/Group Assignment | Coursework Assessment | Assignment | 20 % | OnGoing | 3,4,5,6,7,8 |
| 3 | MCQ2 | Coursework Assessment | Multiple Choice/Short Answer Test | 15 % | Week 12 | 6,7,8 |
End of Semester / Year Assessment
| Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Final Exam Written Exam | Final Exam | UNKNOWN | 50 % | Week 15 | 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8 |
Online Learning Mode Workload
| Type | Location | Description | Hours | Frequency | Avg Workload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lecture | Offsite Facility | On Line Lectures | 2 | Weekly | 2.00 |
| Directed Learning | Not Specified | Individual/Group Tutorials | 1.7 | Weekly | 1.70 |
| Workshop / Seminar | Not Specified | Site visit/guest lectures/group work/student presentations | 4.5 | Once Per Semester | 0.30 |
| Independent Learning | Not Specified | Research, writing reports, reading, studying | 10 | Weekly | 10.00 |
Total Online Learning Average Weekly Learner Contact Time 2.30 Hours
Required & Recommended Book List
Recommended Reading
2016 Buying Green - A handbook on Green Public Procurement European Commission and ICLEI
2016 Buying Green - A handbook on Green Public Procurement European Commission and ICLEI
Recommended Reading
2007 Cleaner Production Baltic University Press
ISBN 9789197552615 ISBN-13 9197552615
2007 Cleaner Production Baltic University Press
ISBN 9789197552615 ISBN-13 9197552615
Module Resources
Non ISBN Literary Resources
Sonnemann, Tsang & Schuhmacher (2018) Integrated Life-Cycle and Risk Assessment for Industrial Processes and Products, CRC Press.
ISO 14040 (2006), Environmental Management – Life Cycle Assessment – Principles and Framework. International Organization of Standardization.
ISO 14044 (2006), Environmental Management – Life Cycle Assessment – Requirements and Guidelines. International Organization of Standardization.
Relevant articles reflecting latest research and practice from the Journal of Cleaner Production (and other publications as appropriate) across a range of sectors.EE
European Commission -(2016), Buying-Green-Handbook on Green Public Procurement -3rd-Edition
Journal Resources
Journal of Cleaner Production https://www.journals.elsevier.com/journal-of-cleaner-production
URL Resources
Reference documents under the IPPC Directive and the IED - http://eippcb.jrc.ec.europa.eu/reference/
Resource Efficiency - http://ec.europa.eu/environment/resource_efficiency/index_en.htm
Implementation of the Circular Economy - http://ec.europa.eu/environment/circular-economy/index_en.htm
Green Public Procurement (GPP) - http://www.tenderteam.ie/advice/green-public-procurement-gpp-buying-green/
Other Resources
None
Additional Information
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