Study Guide

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- describe the basics of building demolition process management and material flows
- know the industry's business networks and industrial symbioses
- know the basics of the legislation related to the demolition of buildings
- make observations about the demolition process of buildings based on environmental and material expertise
- identify areas for development using a case study

Implementation and methods of teaching

This is fully a remote course. A student can study the course according the own schedule within the course time. A student get familiar with the materials in the course platform and makes the assignments and exams.

It is also possible to participate in lectures and discussions according to the study calendar.

Essay/summary of the video lectures
Verkkotentti

Timing and attendance

The course has no presence requirements. A student can study by own schedule taking into consideration the overall time period of the course.

Learning material and recommended literature

Available in the course platform.

Alternative completion methods

Not to be implemented.

Working life cooperation

Finnish Demolition Association (FDA)

Exam retakes

Not available.

Learning environment

Moodle virtual platform

Contents

Low carbon principles and circular economy in construction field
Actual situation of demolition waste
How EU Waste Hierarchy is applied in demolition industry
Demolition preparations - licenses, mapping and surveys
Demolition implementation from the point of view reuse
Sorting and handling of demolition waste
Experiences and good practices from demolition projects

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

Recommended Introduction to Demolition Industry (in Finnish), but not required.

Assessment criteria

Essay + exam

Assessment scale

1-5

Failed (0)

A student does not proceed with all the assignments quizzes or exams during the course time.

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

In accordance with the automatic scale for the grade 1 - 75% of the total
Summary 25 %
Weighted average

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

In accordance with the automatic scale for the grade 3 - 75% of the total
Summary 25 %
Weighted average

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

In accordance with the automatic scale for the grade 5 - 75% of the total
Summary 25 %
Weighted average