FD Energy, Environment and Sustainability
Academic Year 2021/22
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Programme Title |
FD Energy, Environment and Sustainability |
Final Award |
Foundation Degree |
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Programme Code |
EES-FD-S |
UCAS Code |
D444 |
HECoS Code |
101078 |
ATAS Clearance Required |
No |
Health Check Required |
No |
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Portfolio Required |
Interview Required |
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Mode of Study |
Full Time |
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Type of Programme |
Foundation Degree |
Length of Programme |
2 Academic Year(s) |
Total Credits for Programme |
240 |
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Exit Awards available |
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INSTITUTE INFORMATION
Teaching Institution |
South West College |
School/Department |
Biological Sciences |
Quality Code Higher Education Credit Framework for England |
Level 5 |
Subject Benchmark Statements The Frameworks for Higher Education Qualifications of UK Degree-Awarding Bodies |
Earth sciences, environmental sciences and environmental studies (2014) |
Accreditations (PSRB) |
REGULATION INFORMATION
Does the Programme have any approved exemptions from the University General Regulations None |
Programme Specific Regulations n/a |
Students with protected characteristics The programme does not contain barriers to access or progression among protected groups |
Are students subject to Fitness to Practise Regulations (Please see General Regulations) No |
EDUCATIONAL AIMS OF PROGRAMME
• The rural sector is currently undergoing a rapid change with the decline in importance and profitability of traditional industries, environmental pressures and new opportunities in diversification activities and technologies such as application of renewable energy, production of energy crops and industrial or business applications
• To take advantage of these changes requires a move in the sector towards environmental and financial sustainabililty
• This programme aims to provide students with technological and business skills that will increasingly be required in the rural sector to meet these challenges and to support growth of the rural economy
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Learning Outcomes: Cognitive SkillsOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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1. Collect, collate, analyse and interpret data and information e.g. in relation to physical and financial performance for a range of sustainable enterprises. (FDR1001, S&E, FDR2006, FDR1007, FDR2013, FDR2016, FDR2017, FDR1018, B&BT) |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Supported through lectures, tutorials, practicals, seminars and field visits, independent study Methods of Assessment Assessed through unseen exam, assignments, class test and practical assessment |
2. Produce solutions to familiar and novel problems through the application of knowledge and understanding. (FDR1004, FDR2006, FDR1007, FDR2013, FDR2015, FDR2016, FDR2017, FDR1018, B&BT) |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Supported through lectures, tutorials, practicals, seminars and field visits, independent study Methods of Assessment Assessed through unseen exam, assignments, class test and practical assessment |
3. Critically evaluate the impact of local, national and EU policies and legislation impacting on rural and land-based businesses. (FDR1002, FDR2006, FDR2013, FDR2017, B&BT) |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Supported through lectures, tutorials, practicals, seminars and field visits, independent study Methods of Assessment Assessed through unseen exam, assignments, class test |
4. Plan, design and execute an investigation from the problem recognition stage through to the evaluation of results and findings. (FDR1001, S&E, FDR2006, FDR2013, FDR2017, B&BT) |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Supported through lectures, tutorials, practicals, seminars and field visits, independent study Methods of Assessment Assessed through unseen exam, assignments, class test |
5. Assess the impact of recent developments in sustainable technology and practice on rural enterprises. (FDR1001, S&E, FDR1007, FDR2013, FDR2016, B&BT) |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Supported through lectures, tutorials, practicals, seminars and field visits, independent study Methods of Assessment Assessed through unseen exam, assignments, class test |
6. Work competently with figures, including budgets, financial records, cash flow, funding proposals. (FDR1004, FDR1006, FDR2013, FDR2016, FDR2017) |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Supported through lectures, tutorials, practicals, seminars and field visits, independent study Methods of Assessment Assessed through unseen exam, assignments, class test |
Learning Outcomes: Transferable SkillsOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Demonstrate competence in the following skills: |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Supported through lectures, tutorials, practicals, seminars and field visits, independent study Methods of Assessment Assessed through unseen exam, assignments, class test and practical assessment. |
2. Evaluation of qualitative and quantitative data including acquisition, interpretation and critical evaluation of data. (S&E, FDR1004, FDR2015, FDR2010, FDR2013, FDR2018, B&BT) |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Supported through lectures, tutorials, practicals, seminars and field visits, independent study Methods of Assessment Assessed through unseen exam, assignments, class test and practical assessment. |
3. Interpersonal skills; the ability to interact professionally with peers, staff and others, including appropriate written and oral skills. (All modules) |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Supported through lectures, tutorials, practicals, seminars and field visits, independent study Methods of Assessment Assessed through unseen exam, assignments, class test and practical assessment. |
4. Time management and organisation; ability to plan and implement efficient and effective modes of working. (All modules) |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Supported through lectures, tutorials, practicals, seminars and field visits, independent study Methods of Assessment Assessed through unseen exam, assignments, class test and practical assessment. |
5. Information retrieval including through online computer sources and critical appraisal of information and sources. (All modules) |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Supported through lectures, tutorials, practicals, seminars and field visits, independent study Methods of Assessment Assessed through unseen exam, assignments, class test and practical assessment. |
6. Study skills for lifelong learning, including independent study. (All modules) |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Supported through lectures, tutorials, practicals, seminars and field visits, independent study Methods of Assessment Assessed through unseen exam, assignments, class test and practical assessment. |
7. Career and workplace skills. (FDR2014, FDR2015) |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Supported through lectures, tutorials, practicals, seminars and field visits, independent study Methods of Assessment Assessed through unseen exam, assignments, class test and practical assessment. |
Learning Outcomes: Knowledge & UnderstandingOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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1. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of rural sustainability in local, national and global context; incorporating environmental and agricultural policies, land-based diversification and production and land-based business. (S&E, FDR1007, FDR2013, B&BT) |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Supported through lectures, tutorials, seminars and field visits, independent study Methods of Assessment Assessed through unseen examinations, assignments, class tests. |
2. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of business principles; business structure and techniques, finance arrangements, budgeting, business development and management. (S&E, FDR1004, FDR2006, FDR2013, FDR2015) |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Supported through lectures, tutorials, seminars and field visits, independent study Methods of Assessment Assessed through unseen examinations, assignments, class tests. |
3. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the principles of business success, including physical and financial performance of sustainable agricultural systems, supply and management, marketing, innovation and entrepreneurship. (FDR1001, S&E, FDR2006, FDR2013, FDR2015) |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Supported through lectures, tutorials, seminars and field visits, independent study Methods of Assessment Assessed through unseen examinations, assignments, class tests. |
4. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of basic engineering principles, energy use and efficiency, renewable energy applications and economic, environmental and social impacts of energy use. (FDR1001, FDR1010, FDR1007, FDR2016, FDR2017, FDR1018, B&BT) |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Supported through lectures, tutorials, practicals, seminars and field visits, independent study, practical assessment. Methods of Assessment Assessed through unseen examinations, assignments, class tests. |
5. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of environmental management, waste management systems, regulations for waste disposal and waste as a resource. (FDR1001, S&E, FDR1007) |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Supported through lectures, tutorials, practicals, seminars and field visits, independent study, practical assessment. Methods of Assessment Assessed through unseen examinations, assignments, class tests. |
Learning Outcomes: Subject SpecificOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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1. Demonstrate competence in a range of practical and technical business, financial and management skills to determine the profitability and sustainability of rural enterprises. (FDR1001, S&E, FDR1004, FDR2006, FDR2013, FDR2015, FDR1018) |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Supported through lectures, tutorials, seminars and field visits, independent study. Methods of Assessment Assessed through unseen exam, assignments, class test. |
2. Apply practical and technical skills and knowledge to development, operation and management of diversified rural activities. (FDR1001, S&E, FDR2006, FDR1018, FDR2013,B&BT). |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Supported through lectures, tutorials, seminars and field visits, independent study. Methods of Assessment Assessed through unseen exam, assignments, class test. |
3. Demonstrate competence in a range of practical and technical skills relating to rural sustainability, involving energy efficiency and applications, waste management and diversified activities. (FDR1001, S&E, FDR1007, FDR2006, FDR2013, FDR2016, FDR2017, FDR1018, B&BT) |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Supported through lectures, tutorials, practicals, seminars and field visits, independent study Methods of Assessment Assessed through unseen exam, assignments, class test and practical assessment |
MODULE INFORMATION
Programme Requirements
Module Title |
Module Code |
Level/ stage |
Credits |
Availability |
Duration |
Pre-requisite |
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Assessment |
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S1 |
S2 |
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Core |
Option |
Coursework % |
Practical % |
Examination % |
Renewable Energy Applications |
FDR1001 |
1 |
20 |
YES |
12 weeks |
N |
YES |
40% |
0% |
60% |
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Engineering Principles |
FDR1010 |
1 |
20 |
YES |
12 weeks |
N |
YES |
40% |
0% |
60% |
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Business and Management |
FDR1004 |
1 |
20 |
YES |
12 weeks |
N |
YES |
0% |
0% |
100% |
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Waste Management |
FDR1007 |
1 |
20 |
YES |
12 weeks |
N |
YES |
40% |
0% |
60% |
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Wind Turbine Technology |
FDR1018 |
1 |
20 |
YES |
6 weeks |
N |
YES |
40% |
0% |
60% |
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Sustainability and the Environment |
FDR1003 |
1 |
20 |
YES |
12 weeks |
N |
YES |
40% |
0% |
60% |
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Environmental Business Planning |
FDR2013 |
2 |
20 |
YES |
12 weeks |
N |
YES |
100% |
0% |
0% |
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Work Based Learning 2 |
FDR2014 |
2 |
40 |
YES |
24 weeks |
N |
YES |
100% |
0% |
0% |
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Business Improvement Techniques |
FDR2015 |
2 |
20 |
YES |
12 weeks |
N |
YES |
50% |
0% |
50% |
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Economics of Renewable Energy Technology |
FDR2016 |
2 |
20 |
YES |
12 weeks |
N |
YES |
0% |
0% |
100% |
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Environmental Science |
FDR2005 |
2 |
20 |
YES |
12 weeks |
N |
YES |
50% |
0% |
50% |
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NotesYear 1: Modules FDR1001, FDR1003, FDR1007, FDR1010 and FDR1018 may be offered in alternate years |