Study Guide

Learning outcomes

The student:
- can identify and test different materials and evaluate their applicability for different end uses
- can explain the differences between virgin and recycled textile and plastic materials considering the consumption of energy and natural resources
- knows different kinds of separation techniques based on differences in the physical and chemical properties of materials
- knows how to take circular economy into account as part of the product design process
- can examine the whole service chain, taking into account the principles of consumer behaviour (sustainable service design)

Implementation and methods of teaching

These studies are part of LAB's multidisciplinary studies. The related teaching will be carried out according to a separate schedule. The course also includes group work, in which you get acquainted with the properties of different materials and their significance in the circular economy. The course also includes a book evaluation as well as possible company visits. Although most of the material is intended to be put online, participation in online teaching is recommended. The learning tasks are mainly integrated into the circular economy module project.

Timing and attendance

Spring 2021

Learning material and recommended literature

Materials are in Moodle

Exam retakes

No exam. Mandatory exercises.

Learning environment

Virtual learning.

Contents

Student
- is able to identify and test different materials and evaluate their suitability for different applications
- be able to justify the differences between virgin and recycled metals, textiles and plastic materials in terms of energy and resource consumption.
- be able to acquire knowledge of different separation techniques based on different physical and chemical properties of materials
- is able to identify critical factors in product design and development from the perspective of the circular economy

Assessment scale

1-5

Failed (0)

The student has not completed the given tasks

Assessment criteria: level 1 (assessment scale 1–5)

Student:
- is able to select, combine and develop suitable techniques / working methods and models / processes
- use professional concepts expertly and integrate them seamlessly into entities

Assessment criteria: level 3 (assessment scale 1–5)

Student:
- be able to choose techniques / work methods and models / processes suitable for the activity and justify their choice
- use professional concepts widely and communicate their professional issues with experts and non-experts

Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)

Student:
- is able to apply a variety of learned techniques / working methods and models / processes
- uses professional concepts consistently and justifies his / her actions with the help of researched information / reports