Posted: September 13th, 2017

Sustainability & Environmental Management Systems;

Sustainability & Environmental Management Systems;

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Module Outline
•    Environment
–    Manifestations
–    Issues
–    Features
•    Sustainability
–    Definitions
–    Examples (Structures and Models)
–    Challenges

Module Assessment

•    Two presentations requiring research and analysis of a range of topics (Value 30%)
•    The presentations should be uploaded to the Moodle page using given submission links.

•    One piece of individual written coursework – Portfolio of up to five reflections (Value 70%)
•    The individual piece of coursework is submitted through Turnitin using a link on the subject Moodle page.
•    For the individual piece of coursework combine all the work you want to submit into one (single) word or pdf document, you cannot upload multiple documents for marking.
•    The name of the file MUST include your full name and University ID code and module code
–    eg.    Firstname_Surname_873456_M68EKM.docx
•    Only ONE final submission can be made.
•    Use the draft submission icon as many times as you want to test the Turnitin result has a low percentage BEFORE using the final submission icon.
•    Grades and feedback are given through the Grade Book for M68EKM on the Moodle page.

There is an ‘Ask the lecturers a question’ or ‘Ask dr Hooper’ thread on the forum which can be used to ask a question where you think the answer may be useful for other people on the module.  Use this for general questions but not for personal questions as everyone on the module will be able to view your question.
INDIVIDUAL PORTFOLIO INSTRUCTIONS
•    Your individual coursework should be written in the form of a PORTFOLIO
•    You can write on up to five topics (you can use the same research for your presentations or not), or choose to investigate less topics and drill down much deeper into these topics.  The less topics you select the deeper you will have to go into each topic.  If you select just one topic then this will need to be researched and analysed in depth.
•    Add a short introduction section explaining how many topics you chose to investigate and how these topics link together.
•    Add a summary at the end of your portfolio briefly explaining how the topics link together, summarising what you found in your research, what you found in your analysis, and what the implications of these findings are.
•    Suggested page set-up for Word documents: Calibri 11pt or Arial 10pt, 1.15 or 1.25 line spacing, 4pt to 8pts between paragraphs.
•    At least one of your research topics must investigate area relevant to your course of study. Please set this one as your first reflection and clearly identify it.

WHAT IS A PORTFOLIO?
•    A portfolio is a collection of evidence that represents achievement and learning within a module.
•    A portfolio is a purposeful collection of work that exhibits the student’s efforts, progress, and achievements.
•    A portfolio is a collection of your work that is a representation of your development and reflective thinking during a module.
•    A portfolio is a personal record of the research you have done, the analysis you have conducted, your conclusions and recommendations and what you have learned about the topic.
PORTFOLIO LEVEL REQUIRED TO PASS THIS MSC LEVEL MODULE

•    The topic must be highly relevant to the module subject i.e. focussed on an environmental sustainability issue.
•    Drill down into specific ‘sustainability’ topics and include a critical analysis of your research findings.
•    Referenced correctly, identifying your sources to add weight and validity to your work.
•    Each source must be appropriately analysed for its findings rather than merely repeated or quoted.
•    There is a clear structure.
•    Use a clear comparative framework to link the different sources of information.
•    Addresses issues of bias, consistency, validity, reliability, and generalisability.
•    Has a clear introduction and a supported conclusion.
•    Include images and tables in your portfolio to support your arguments and findings
•    Reference images and tables from other sources using a title below each image and make sure to identify the source.

Using CU-Online (Moodle) To Upload Presentations & Submit Coursework
•    From main Coventry University website, log in to ‘Student Portal’  (top tab on the page);
find Moodle link and log in to the Moodle; find submission links on:

M68EKM – Sustainability and Environmental Management Systems – 1415JANMAY
OR
M68EKMEVE – Sustainability and Environmental Management Systems – 1415JANMAY

What to do if the module is not visible on ‘my modules’ in Moodle
Sometimes it can take the admin office a few weeks to get everyone set up on the universe system and able to view the moodle page for this module.

•    If the module is not visible or you can see the module code M68EKM then the admin office have not yet set you up on the system for this module.
•    In this instance please contact the admin office (ask in EC building Reception for contact details) with your SID number and name and ask them to check if you are registered on the module. IT support (in Library) may also be able to give you an additional help and advice)
•    Report it to your Course Leader (use Coventry University email account only)
•    If you are still having problems seeing the module on the Moodle, let us know and we will contact the admin office on your behalf.

Macro Level
•    Environment
–    Definitions
–    Problems (Current and Future)
–    Causes
–    Repercussions
•    First World
•    Developing World (BRIC)
•    Under Developed World
•    Benefits
•    Costs

Meso Level
•    Developed World
–    Transnational (MNC)
–    SME (<=500)
–    Entrepreneur
–    Manufacturing
–    Service Sector
•    Developing World
–    Transnational (MNC)
–    SME (<=500)
–    Entrepreneur
–    Manufacturing
–    Service Sector
EXAMPLES OF TOPICS TO INVESTIGATE

You can choose your own topics within the ‘theme’s set for each group for each presentation.
The list below is just some ideas to get you started on the right track.

Carbon management as a strategic priority for business
Carbon management is moving up the corporate agenda and many companies now understand the need to handle their emissions. But should carbon management be considered a strategic priority?

Reasons for business to embrace sustainability
Many sectors are already acting – we look at examples in shipping and mobile phones – and the benefits are not just environmental – certified community fisheries are enjoying more stable prices and security.
Sustainabilty and household behaviour
It is increasingly recognized that environmental problems are not only the result of industrial activity in a few polluting facilities; they also stem from the millions of choices that people make in everyday life.
Sustainable textiles for fashion from India
For example the Centre for Sustainable Fashion project aimed to promote the production of sustainable textiles from India for use within the fashion industry. http://www.sustainable-fashion.com/

Can we control melting glaciers
For example covering the entire surface with reflective fabric to reflect the suns rays.

Transport for a genuinely sustainable society
This is a difficult and important topic for every country

Flooding and global warming
With many countries suffering from increased flooding can we be sure this has been caused by global warming and if so what does the future hold and what measure are needed to prevent this problem increasing further.

Sustainable electronics devices and consumer products
Many people have a new phone every year, a new laptop every two years, a new TV every 3 years, a new car every 5 years, etc…
Is this sustainable and what can we do to make it sustainable.  Green product design and collection, cradle to grave planning…

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