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MODULE 6: LIFE CYCLE THINKING

The aim of the Module:
The aim of the “LIFE CYCLE THINKING” module is to briefly introduce the
concept of life cycle thinking as a business decision-making approach that is
based on long-term integrated or holistic thinking. The first part of the module

consists of theoretical explanation of basic concepts. The second part
presents practical steps to implement the life cycle thinking into practice. The
last part of the module presents case studies from different business sectors.
Using the Module 6, the learner will know how to set a general framework for
life cycle thinking approach in their business.
Time duration: 4 weeks (5 hours of self-study per week; 20 hours in
total):

• hands-on sessions (presential and/or online):
4 hours
• self-study sessions: 15 hours
• assessment: 1 hour
Level of EQF 5
ECVET: 1 point = 1 ECVET = 25 hours
Length of material: • Websites, documents and videos divided into

3 chapters
• Approximately 5 units of study material per
week

• Last week is devoted to preparation of
individual assignment
Assignment: The assignment is available through the mobile
app: Environmental application for start-ups.
Learning objectives of the Module:

• to understand how the production, distribution and consumption of
products impact the environment and society,
• to get familiarized with metrics like carbon footprint, water footprint,
ecological footprint,
• to define life cycle thinking and life cycles assessment,
• to recognize the difference between different life cycle approaches,
• to explain the basic phases of life cycle sustainability assessment,
• to list possible benefits of conducting a life cycle sustainability assessment,

• to prepare a basic plan for life cycle sustainability assessment,
• to suggest an optimal strategy for implementing life cycle thinking in the
business practices,

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