Planetary boundaries and sustainabilityLaajuus (5 cr)

Objective

You gain an understanding of the limits of natural resources.
You learn the principles of sustainability and their applications.
You understand the human impact on planetary boundaries.
You learn how to use sustainable strategies and solutions.

Content

What are the principles of sustainability?
What are the limits of natural resources and their importance in environmental issues?
What is the relationship between human impact and planetary boundaries?
How can sustainable strategies be used to promote sustainable development?

Evaluation

Students can
a. use professional vocabulary systematically.
b. look for information in the key information sources of the field.
c. identify interrelated tasks.
e. use the key models, methods, software, and techniques of the professional field.
f. work as team members in a goal-oriented way.
g. justify their actions according to the ethical principles of the professional field.