Course info
CEGE0059: Life Cycle Assessment (22/23)
Life cycle assessment (LCA) is a rapidly evolving tool used to quantify
impacts of products, systems, or services over a range of environmental and
resource issues. Applying this method of assessment is complex and
difficult and translating the theory into a credible, transparent and
applicable practice can be very challenging. The module aims to give an
introduction to life cycle assessment (LCA) methods and how to apply them
in real-life situations. The module consists of two parts, In the first
part, you will develop a solid understanding of the process, data
requirements and how to make use of the results. You'll then get the chance
to apply this knowledge to real-life case studies. In the second part of
the module, you'll learn how to apply systems thinking and LCA to assess
environmental dimension of circular economy. You'll then learn how to
critically evaluate and compare circularity indicator tools with LCA.
After completing this course, students will be able to: · understand the
complexities and requirements of LCA · apply LCA with condifence · know
how to access and analyse inventory data · use different methodologies for
impact assessment · analyse and interpret the output of an LCA study ·
critically evaluate circularity indicators and sustainability tools ·
identify the possible applications and limitations of LCA and its role
within the wider environmental management context
Course contacts
Leader
AB
Tutor
HL