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IME 540 Module 1: Industrial Ecology and Sustainable Production, Study notes of Systems Engineering
The first module of ime 540, a university course focused on industrial ecology. The module covers the principles of sustainable production, the impact of production processes on human beings and nature, and case studies of the environmental and ethical implications of industrial practices. Students will engage in group projects and research assignments to explore eco-friendly design and manufacturing.
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IME 540 Module 1 : Technology, the Environment, and Industrial Ecology Session 1 : Opening lecture, discussion, film segment. Session 2 : Quiz; Discussion of reading; explanation of research assignment; formation of research groups; groups meet/begin researching project.
Industrial Ecology:
The means of production
by which humanity can
maintain a sustainable
lifestyle in a finite world.
Industrial Ecology: “It is a systems view in which one seeks to optimize the total materials cycle from virgin material, to finished material, to component, to product, to obsolete product, and to ultimate disposal” (Graedel and Allenby, 1998 )
Why should we care? “Engineers shall strive to adhere to the principles of sustainable development in order to protect the environment for future generations.”
- National Society of Professional Engineers, Code of Ethics III.2.d
Starting Points:
- There are a variety of ways to make things.
- Production processes are not value- neutral.
- How things are made has an impact on human beings and nature.
- Easy way may not be the best way;
Intelligence is required for eco-friendly
design and manufacturing.
Industrial Revolution
Lancashire Cotton Mill
The Triangle Trade
Child Labor
Girl drawing a coal wagon