| Code | NE6215 |
|---|---|
| Duration | 12 weeks |
| Teaching Mode | Part-Time. See Additional Teaching Mode Information for more info. |
| NFQ Level | Level 9 |
| Fees | €1,000 - HCI Fees Subsidy See Fees and Costs for full details. |
| Closing Date | 09 December 2024 |
| Venue | Blended delivery |
| Credits | 5 |
| Start Date | 20th January 2025 |
Outline
Module Goal
- The goal of this course is to introduce students to methods of assessing greenhouse gas mitigation projects implemented by industry from the perspective of sustainability.
Module Content
Additional Teaching Mode Information
- 24 x 1Hr(s) Lectures
- 2 x 2Hr(s) Tutorials
Practicalities
Total Marks 100.
- Written Examination - 60 marks.
- Continuous Assessment - 40 marks.
- Assignment 1 - 20 marks.
- Assignment 2 - 20 marks.
Why Choose
On successful completion of this module, students should be able to:
- Identify and define the three core pillars of sustainability.
- Describe the 9 Rs of circular economy thinking.
- Apply the 9 Rs to identify measures to reduce GHG emissions from industry considering each Scope.
- Demonstrate a knowledge of the rationale behind the calculation of the potential Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 GHG emissions savings of measures and interpret results of the same.
- Interpret the results of discounted cashflow analysis of potential measures.
- Use metrics such as Net present value, levelized cost of energy, levelized cost of abatement to compare measures.
- Construct and interpret a marginal abatement cost curve.
- Consider the potential social impact of measures in term of; food vs fuel, traffic movements, visual impact on landscape.
- Demonstrate an awareness of the underlying principles of common MCDA techniques and criteria weighting methods and how these can be applied to identify the "best" measure to reduce GHG emissions from industry.
Requirements
Applicants must have:
- A Second Class Honours Grade 2 (or equivalent) in a primary honours degree (NFQ Level 8) in any discipline
of Engineering OR - a Second Class Honours Grade 2 (or equivalent) in a primary honours degree (NFQ Level 8) in areas of science
that required having completed level 8 mathematical subjects deemed equivalent to those of engineering (e.g. Physics, Mathematical Sciences, some Computing Science degrees), pending assessment by Programme Director OR - a pass in any accredited level 8 Engineering degree followed by professional experience deemed of sufficient added value, pending assessment by the Programme Director.
A quota will be allocated to applicants who do not meet these entry requirements. These applicants will be considered under Recognition of Prior Learning and assessed on the following factors:
- Academic achievement
- Prior Work Experience
- Letter of Reference
- Personal Statement
Fees and Costs
The HCI Pillar 3 Micro-credential Learner Fee Subsidy has been introduced to enable more learners to address critical skills gaps and engage with lifelong learning.
The fee for this micro-credential is €1,000 but applicants who meet the subsidy requirements can attend this micro-credential for €200.
Check your eligibility on the HEA Website
How To Apply
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