Sustainability Literature ReviewsLaajuus (5 cr)
Code: AT00CK28
Credits
5 op
Objective
The student is able to
- to select the most relevant literature related to the selected topics
- to write informative and clear reviews by using scientific terms and methods
- to analyze references and content of them
- to discuss about the literature and the topics with other students
Enrollment
21.11.2022 - 08.01.2023
Timing
09.01.2023 - 26.04.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Faculty of Technology (LAB)
Campus
E-campus, Lahti
Teaching languages
- English
Degree programmes
- Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Sustainable Solutions Engineering
Teachers
- Malahat Ghoreishi
Scheduling groups
- Lecture (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
-
TLTISSE22SV
Small groups
- Lecture
Learning outcomes
The student is able to
- to select the most relevant literature related to the selected topics
- to write informative and clear reviews by using scientific terms and methods
- to analyze references and content of them
- to discuss about the literature and the topics with other students
Implementation and methods of teaching
Sustainability Literature Review is a virtual course. Throughout this course, students will learn how to identify the keyword for their research topic and how to formulate their research question.
Throughout the course the students have to choose different topics of interest in sustainability or circular economy and do a literature review on the topic. The course includes group workshops that are organized during the lectures and a final project which should be done individually. Doing the final project will help the students for their future thesis work as well.
In addition, each student has to peer review one other student's final project and provide feedbacks and comments.
The final project counts as 50% of the final grade and the assignments are 40% of the final grading.
More detailed description of the course will be provided in moodle and in the first introduction session.
Timing and attendance
The course will be held during Spring time 9.1- 26.4.2023. Active participation of the course is 10% of the final grade.
Learning material and recommended literature
All the course material will be provided in moodle.
Alternative completion methods
No
Exam retakes
NO Exam
Learning environment
Online learning platform, ZOOM and Teams.
Student time use and work load
The average work load for this course is estimated to be 135 hours (5 ECTS). The main part of the study module´s work load consists of independent and group work, about 115 hours (including individual assignments and final group work). The time allocation for contact learning is about 20 hours.
Contents
In this course you will learn:
- The main concept and the nature of literature review and why is it done?
- Different examples of literature review from the teacher and students as their assignments
- To search for the relevant literature review
- To evaluate and select relevant sources
- To identify themes, debates and gaps
- To make the outline of your literature review and the structure
- To write your literature review
Assessment criteria
The minimum of 50p is required to pass the course.
Assessment scale
1-5
Failed (0)
less than 50p is fail 0
Assessment criteria: level 1 (assessment scale 1–5)
Grade 1: 50 - 59 p
Grade 2: 60 - 69 p
Assessment criteria: level 3 (assessment scale 1–5)
Grade 3: 70 - 79 p
Grade 4: 80 - 89 p
Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)
Grade 5 requires a minimum of 90 p
Enrollment
19.11.2021 - 09.01.2022
Timing
10.02.2022 - 29.04.2022
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Faculty of Technology (LAB)
Campus
E-campus, Lahti
Teaching languages
- English
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Energy and Environmental Engineering (2014-2021)
Teachers
- Anne-Marie Tuomala
- Pia Haapea
Scheduling groups
- Seminaari 1 (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
- Verkkoluento 1 (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
-
TLTISSE21SV
Small groups
- Verkkoluento 1
Learning outcomes
The student is able to
- to select the most relevant literature related to the selected topics
- to write informative and clear reviews by using scientific terms and methods
- to analyze references and content of them
- to discuss about the literature and the topics with other students
Implementation and methods of teaching
The course contains one briefing lecture on-line in ZOOM 10.2.2022.
The student will prepare essays based on the selected sustainability and/or circular economy topics. The essay can be based on a one or several references. The important part is to analyze the referred text in the context of the writer´s own field of interest, future job or research. The credits will be calculated based on the content and length of the list of references (200 pages is about 1 ECTS). Student should also participate in one book club session at least to share their knowledge with other students. The book club sessions will be arranged every second Wednesday in March and April. At least one of the seminars will be arranged as face-to-face seminar in Lahti campus in which students can also participate if desired.
Timing and attendance
The course contains one briefing lecture on-line in ZOOM 10.2.2022. Student must participate at least in one book club session, which will be arranged every second week in March and April.
Learning material and recommended literature
Student can select the literature according to his/her own interest or from the list given by teachers. However, the subject must somehow relate to the circular economy, sustainability or environmental technology.
Alternative completion methods
Discussion with responsible teachers is mandatory.
Exam retakes
The course will be arranged every spring.
Learning environment
Virtual seminars in Zoom. One face to face seminar will be arranged in Lahti.
Student time use and work load
The credits will be calculated based on the content and length of the list of references (200 pages is about 1 ECTS). 1 ECT equals with 27 hours of work.
Contents
A student will prepare one presentation and few blogs based on the selected sustainability and/or circular economy topics. The essay can be based on a one or several references. The important part is to analyze the referred text in the context of the writer´s own field of interest, future job or research. The credits will be calculated based on the content and length of the list of references (200 pages is about 1 ECT). Student should also participate in one book club session at least to share their knowledge with other students.
Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.
No prerequisites
Assessment scale
1-5
Failed (0)
The student´s knowledge does not meet the competence requirements of the course
Assessment criteria: level 1 (assessment scale 1–5)
Presentation and blog(s) knowledge base is accessible, but it´s structure is imperfect and illogical. The chosen literature is relevant and it is analyzed in approved level. Student´s own views are presented as instructed. The references and sources are indicated, but there are shortcomings in them. The report is clear and it is done following LAB UAS´s layout and reporting instructions. Student participated to the book club session. .
Assessment criteria: level 3 (assessment scale 1–5)
The selected literature is justified and defined. The information is searched, used, and applied from several information sources. The blog(s) structure is mostly consistent and text is well written. The sources and references are indicated with almost no errors. If report contains images, figures, or tables they are appropriate, clear and referred to in the text. The blog layout follows the instructions of LAB Focus blog instructions. A student participates in the reading circles actively.
Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)
The blogs contain new and demanding perspectives, also the references and the content are well defined and justified. The knowledge base and other parts of the report are dealt versatile. The diverse and reliable information sources are used. The knowledge base and conclusions are logical, well presented, combined, and justified. The LAB Focus instructions are fully followed. The review contains innovative viewpoints. Student also participates actively in session, sharing information and one´s knowledge with other students propriety.