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Building Life Cycle Assessment

Subject
Subject code ETE012
Subject name Building Life Cycle Assessment
Credit points 3 ECTS
Grading method Grade prelim
Subject program
Curriculum subject
Curriculum 2016 TE
Study year 3
Semester Fall semester
Subject type Mandatory
General description
Introduction to Building Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) in the construction sector. EN 15978: LCA stages in construction. Impact assessment categories. Case studies.
General aim
The course provides in-depth training on building life cycle assessment (LCA) methodology and practical experience.
Aim
Students who have successfully passed the course:
1. understand the principles of LCA calculation based on EN15978 standard, and its relevance in the construction sector;
2. understand the key benefits and challenges of the application of LCA;
3. are able to complete an LCA study based on a simple model using an LCA software;
4. can put together a basic LCA report that includes an analysis of the results.
Form description
The independent work consists of gaining the knowledge provided through lectures and homework. Independent work is assessed by the non-distinctive assessment method, meaning the assignments must be done correctly.
Current rounds
Building Life Cycle Assessment KTE51/61
Building Life Cycle Assessment TE51/61 FI 2020S
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