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Overview
Key facts
You will learn the Engineering - Building with Nature at Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) ecosystem-based design concept and its applications in water and coastal systems. During the Engineering - Building with Nature course delivered at Delft University of Technology (TU Delft), you will be presented with a range of case studies to deepen your knowledge of ecological and engineering principles.
You'll learn from leading Dutch engineers and environmental scientists who see the Building with Nature integrated design approach as fundamental to a new generation of engineers and ecologists.
Join us in exploring the interface between hydraulic engineering, nature and society.
What you'll learn:
- Basic engineering design principles, and basic ecological principles, relevant to the Building with Nature approach
- How to assess which principles are applied in several case studies and so form your own opinion on whether the hydraulic infrastructure is meeting engineering, ecosystem and societal goals
- How to apply your new knowledge in assessing the potential for Building with Nature solutions where you live
Programme Structure
Course Syllabus
- to the Building with Nature concept and its importance through a number of dramatic examples. Identifying hydraulic engineering infrastructures, and exploring the diversity of standpoints on their ecological effects.
- The engineering design process is explained and the underlying principles are distilled. Students familiarize themselves with the material through classification exercises.
- The concept of designing in accordance with ecological principles is explained. Students identify different types of aquatic ecosystems and distill principles on the basis of ecosystem character and functioning.
- Students apply their new knowledge in assessing the potential for Building with Nature solutions in case studies, or in their locality. Trade-offs in applying engineering and ecological principles are explicated, and the opportunities for nature are clarified.
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 1 months
Start dates & application deadlines
You can apply for and start this programme anytime.
Language
English
Delivered
Online
Disciplines
General Engineering & Technology View 31 other Short Courses in General Engineering & Technology in NetherlandsAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
This is a Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) that runs on edX. Analytical ability and basic physics will be helpful, as are an affinity for coastal and water systems and an interest in ecosystem-based engineering.
Tuition Fee
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