Study Guide

Learning outcomes

The student
- knows the basic principles of sustainable water and energy supply options and the most common technologies involves
- understands the importance of sustainable, safe and economical water and energy supply as part of public service activities
- can identify the effects of climate change on water and energy supply, as well as the effects of energy supply on climate change
- learns teamwork skills, as well as how to search for information about the subject area and to communicate about it

Implementation and methods of teaching

The course consists of two sections, each worth 2.5 credits, which must be completed successfully according to the teacher's instructions. The overall grade for the course is the average of these sections.

There are 8 * 2 hours of contact teaching, one of which is an in-person session. In addition, the student works independently/in groups and completes the tasks and exams set by each teacher.

Timing and attendance

Attendance at the course's contact sessions is recommended but not mandatory

Learning material and recommended literature

The teaching materials and resources used in the course can be found on the Moodle platform.

Alternative completion methods

To be discussed with the course coordinators.

Working life cooperation

The water management section features a guest lecturer.

Exam retakes

The final exams for the course can be retaken twice.

Learning environment

Lectures on ZOOM, other materials available in the Moodle learning environment.

Student time use and work load

The student's estimated workload to complete the course is 135 hours, consisting of lectures, online exams, as well as individual and group assignments.

In the water management section, the student's workload is distributed as follows: Contact teaching 8 hours, group assignments approximately 35 hours, lecture exams and final exams, preparation approximately 30 hours.
In the energy management section, the student's workload is as follows: contact teaching 8 hours, material to be familiarized with independently 30 hours, group assignment 10 hours, preparation for the final exam approximately 20 h.

Contents

The water management section covers, at a general level, the hydrological cycle, the production of drinking water, the formation and treatment of wastewater, and risk management. The energy technology section introduces the principles of sustainable energy supply and discusses renewable forms of energy production. The course includes recorded lecture videos, live lectures, online exams, and group work.

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

No prior knowledge requirements.

Assessment criteria

The course will be assessed based on the performance in both sections, according to the criteria defined by the teachers. The student must achieve at least 50% of the required points (in both sections) to complete the course successfully

Assessment scale

1-5

Failed (0)

The student's competence does not meet the objectives set for the course

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

The student is able to:

- define the need for information in specific information usage situations
- explain the fundamentals related to water supply and energy technology
- use key professional terminology
- identify the techniques and processes used in water treatment and energy technology
work within a group

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

The student is able to:
- define the need for information in specific information usage situations and distinguish everyday knowledge from researched knowledge
- explain the fundamentals, requirements, and principles related to water management and energy technology
- use key professional terminology consistently
- apply the learned techniques and processes in a versatile manner
- work purposefully within a group

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

The student is able to:
- use a variety of information sources comprehensively and present them coherently
- understand the principles and requirements related to water supply and energy technology
- use professional terminology consistently
- apply the learned techniques and processes in a versatile manner
- work purposefully and responsibly within a group