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Course Information
Thematic Area
ICT for Sustainability
Study Format
Online
Course Type
Microcredential
Date
TBA
Sync Hours
5-10
Async Hours
40-45
Sectors
Information and Communications Technologies (ICT); Environmental and Energy Management; Smart Cities and Urban Planning; Utilities (Water, Electricity, Waste); Transportation and Logistics; Public Sector (Climate and Sustainability Policy)
EQF Level
4
SDGs
SDG 4.4; SDG 9.4; SDG 12.6; SDG 13.3
Course Description
This microcredential introduces foundational concepts in ICT and environmental sustainability. Learners explore environmental impacts of digital technologies and adopt responsible digital behaviours to reduce resource use and improve energy efficiency. Practical examples show how everyday digital practices influence sustainability, with simple strategies for minimising impact.
Assessment
Self-Assessment Quizzes; Practical Lab Exercises; Assignments; Essays/Reports; Knowledge Checks; Final Exam (Online); Case Studies; Projects
Study Methods
Lectures; Videos; Hands on Labs; Practical Labs; Case Studies; Live Code Demos; Code Reviews; Literature Reading
Learning Outcomes
Understand sustainability challenges of ICT (energy, e-waste, digital pollution); recognise impacts of everyday digital behaviour; apply basic strategies to reduce footprint (power settings, data reduction, digital minimalism); connect sustainable ICT to SDGs (e.g., SDG 12, SDG 13); reflect critically on sustainable practices in personal/organisational contexts.
Hard Skills
Identify environmental impacts of ICT; Apply basic green IT practices; Use simple sustainability tools/metrics; Know key terms/frameworks (e.g., SDG 12.6, SDG 13.3)
Soft Skills
Environmental digital literacy; Responsible digital citizenship; Critical reflection; Communication and collaboration
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