Learning Outcomes:
(1) Prepare a goal and scope statement for an LCA of a product or process;
(2) Organize and manipulate data sources to build an LCI in order to undertake an LCA of a product or process;
(3) Calculate a simple LCIA (for climate change impact) of a product or process; and
(4) Communicate LCA findings using ISO standard reporting and oral presentation.
Indicative Module Content:
Introduction to life cycle thinking, structure of an ISO standard life cycle assessment. The goal and scope, Life cycle inventory. Life cycle impact assessment. Interpretation and uncertainty. Example applications.