Ecology and Sustainability
Module ID
Ε510
Semester
5 (Ε)
Hours/Week - ECTS
4 – 5
Onoufrios Haralampous
Associate Professor
Learning Outcomes
The course provides an introduction to the concept of sustainability and to modern strategies for sustainable development. Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to:
- Comprehend the concept of sustainability, the relevant indices, and the factors that affect them.
- Use tools for assessing sustainable practices.
- Evaluate the contribution of technological solutions, the regulatory framework, and behavior-change strategies to solving sustainable development problems.
Indicative Module Content
The course includes the following topics, with particular emphasis on their connection to digital systems:
- Basic sustainability concepts
- Environment, ecosystems, climate change
- Analysis and management tools
- Energy
- Transportation
- Water and food
- Other sectors