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| Version 2013-2014 |
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| MECA0509-1 | Sustainable engineering processes
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| Duration : | 15h Th, 30h Pr |
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| Lecturer : | Georges Pelsemaeker |
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Language(s) of instruction :
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| English language |
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Course contents :
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| - ch.1 Introduction to sustainable engineering
- ch.2 Sustainability imperatives
- ch.3 Sustainability Integration Approach
- ch.4 Business Vision and Strategy
- ch.5 Innovation & Product Planning
- ch.6 Lean Product Development
- ch.7 Quality Assurance - Failure avoidance and issue resolution tools
- ch.8 Modern Production and manufacturing solutions
- ch.9 Distribution channels and Customer Service
* Sample (ch.§6) : https://www.dropbox.com/sh/wbduillb71uw5vv/GFtw7lS3EU |
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Learning outcomes of the course :
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| Acquire modern engineering toolbox and practices for :
- Quick and easy integration of enterprise working environment
- Robust design and development of sustainable products satisfying social, economic and environmental requirements
The learning is suitable to all industries, especially for mass production. |
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Prerequisites and co-requisites/ Recommended optional programme components :
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| Master 1 or equivalent in Engineering |
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Planned learning activities and teaching methods :
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| The program courses follow project steps (see content above).
Slides are provided one day before each course
A project subject is given in the beginning of the program for the groups (3 to 4 members each).
The coaching for the project is run parallel to the course
Some projects from former academic years:
- Sustainable Micro CHP (combined heat power generator)
- Sustainable Vehicle body structure
- Sustainable Wind turbine |
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Mode of delivery (face-to-face ; distance-learning) :
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| Face to face courses and Mix face to face and distance-coaching for the project. |
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Recommended or required readings :
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| All about green technologies, sustainable development and project management |
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Assessment methods and criteria :
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| - Written report + oral presentation of the application project
- Individual examination: 1 h |
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Work placement(s) :
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Organizational remarks :
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| Location: Faculté des Sciences Appliquées Institut de Mécanique Building B52
Timing: 2 x 2 h (18:00 - 20:00) / week. ( Begin. October to End November) |
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Contacts :
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| mbelhabi@ford.com / Tel. + 49 221 903 8856 (office) |
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