Life Cycle Analysis (5 ECTS)

Learning outcomes

The student
- is able to perform Life cycle analysis independently
- can calculate the carbon footprint of a building
- understands the the life cycle effects of building materials
- Knows how to optimise the use of new and recycled building materials.

Content

Main pollution parameters. Target setting for LCA. Steps of life cycle assessment: target setting, inventory analysis, impact analysis and interpretation of results. Environmental declarations and other data sources. Calculation tools for LCA. LCA reporting, building products as an example.

Prerequisites

English level 2.

Evaluation scale

0-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The student
- can explain the principles of life cycle assessment
- shows understanding of the main factors environmental impact on buildings
- is able to perform simple LCA calculations, with given input values
- knows the basics of use for new and recycled materials

Assessment criteria, good (3)

In addition of the criteria mentioned above, the student
- has some ability to to know where to obtain LCA input data and how to report the results
- knows and is able to calculate the carbon footprint of a building with given input values
- can interpret LCA results and form sustaqinable suggestions for improvement
- have understanding about personal strengths and weaknesses and limitations
- can explain LCA reports clearly

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

In addition of the criteria mentioned above, the student
- can apply the concept of sensibility of LCA calculations
- understands the theoretical background of the steps of LCA assessment
- can present and report on environmental declarations

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

The student
- can explain the principles of life cycle assessment
- shows understanding of the main factors environmental impact on buildings
- is able to perform simple LCA calculations, with given input values
- knows the basics of use for new and recycled materials