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| GESA0014-1 | Life cycle analysis
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| Duration : | 12h Th, 12h Pr |
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| Lecturer : | Bruno Campanella |
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Language(s) of instruction :
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| French language |
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Course contents :
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| Theory course
The theory part of the course consists of three modules. The first module sets out the principles and methodology of LCA (life cycle assessment) based on ISO standard 14040:2006 (E). Some of the questions that will be addressed include how to define the parameters of the assessment, how to conduct and formalise an inventory of flows, where to find information describing the impacts of each stage and how to relate them to one another. The second module will then present the main existing IT tools, their constraints and potential. This theoretical introduction will be completed with practical work (see below). Finally, the third module will present case studies. |
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Learning outcomes of the course :
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| Techniques of treating pollution have been developed by aiming for optimal efficiency of risk reduction (health or environmental risks). In order to achieve this objective, it should be noted that, generally speaking, several technical phases must be brought together. Part of the work of a research department responsible for establishing and dimensioning structures consists of choosing the correct treatment flow, whether this relates to treating effluent or rehabilitating a piece of land. An objective way in which sustainable development is integrated into this type of decision making is measuring the environmental impact of each flow, through conducting a life cycle assessment (LCA). This tool has seen several developments since the 1990s and has been applied to all fields. The course objective is to familiarise students with this approach and to introduce them to current high-performing IT tools. ... |
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Prerequisites and co-requisites/ Recommended optional programme components :
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| None |
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Planned learning activities and teaching methods :
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| Three sessions are planned, which will require the use of terminals in a SIG room upon which two pieces of software will be installed: SimaPro and OpenLCA ("Education" version). The first session will introduce students to using the tools. The first tool is a benchmark in the field, the second has the added advantage of being available in Open Source format.
The second session will consist of exercises enabling students to use the basic functions of OpenLCA.
Finally, the third session will consist of students conducting an analysis to compare different flows for treatment of contaminated soils. This part will be graded on the basis of a report. ... |
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Assessment methods and criteria :
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| Oral exam (75%) and report on the last piece of practical work (25%). |
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