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Module Description Hochschule für Technik und
Module Description Hochschule für Technik und Wirtschaft Dresden Course of studies Module Title Environmental Engineering EM01 Remote Sensing 03.08.2015 Semester Type of module Responsible for module Teaching Language Attribution to Curriculum Winter term Compulsory Prof. Dr. rer. nat. Martin Oczipka Prof. Dr. rer. nat. Martin Oczipka English 95 %, German 5 % Module EM01 is part of HTW’s Environmental Engineering Program in English Language. Content and technologies applied relate to other modules, e.g. EM02 AutoCAD, EM03 Landscape and Open Space Development, EM04 Urban Design, EM05 Floodplain Ecology, EM12 Floods and Droughts Module Format and Delivery Format Max. no. of hours taught students (average per week) Lecture/Field trip 20 2 Exercise/Seminar 20 2 Practical tuition Workload ECTS Credits / Module Class lectures Individual study Total 4 Prerequisites 60 h 60 h 120 h Minimum of four semesters previous studies in an Engineering or Environmental Science program. Knowledge of English language on the level of B1. Educational Aims • Basic understanding remote sensing • Image processing with ERDAS Imagine Learning Outcome • Comprehensive knowledge on the use of appropriate sensors for specific tasks in environmental monitoring • Mastery of basic underlying techniques for image enhancement and analysis • Visualization of image data and results Content • Definition and history of remote sensing and photogrammetry • Physical principles of remote sensing • Platforms: Satellites, aircrafts, helicopters and drones • Sensors: Fraineeringme cameras, optical scanners, RADAR, LIDAR and others • Digital images • Imagery: Image geometry, processing, enhancement analysis and classification Examination Written test or oral test 100% • Albertz, Jörg (2009): Einführung in die Fernerkundung. References / Course Grundlagen der Interpretation von Luft- und Satellitenbildern. Readings 4. Aufl. Darmstadt: Wiss. Buchges. (list is modified and complemented according to • Albertz, Jörg; Wiggenhagen, Manfred (2009): Taschenbuch zur Photogrammetrie und Fernerkundung. Guide for topical orientation in photogrammetry and remote sensing. 5. Aufl. Heidelberg: lectures and seminar) Wichmann. • Franklin, Steven E. (2010): Remote sensing for biodiversity and wildlife management. Synthesis and applications. New York: McGraw-Hill. EM01_ Remote Sensing _Module_2014_07_07.doc • Horning, Ned (2010): Remote sensing for ecology and conservation. A handbook of techniques. Oxford: Oxford University Press (Techniques in ecology and conservation series). • Jensen, John R. (2005): Introductory digital image rocessing. A remote sensing perspective. 3rd ed. Upper Saddle River, N.J: Prentice Hall (Prentice Hall series in geographic information science). • Jones, Hamlyn G.; Vaughan, Robin A. (2010): Remote sensing of vegetation. Principles, techniques, and applications. 1. publ. Oxford: Oxford University Press. • Kraus, Karl (2004): Photogrammetrie. 7. Aufl. Berlin: de Gruyter (De-Gruyter-Lehrbuch). • Lillesand, Thomas M.; Kiefer, Ralph W.; Chipman, Jonathan W. (2008): Remote sensing and image interpretation. 6th ed. Hoboken, NJ: John Wiley & Sons. • Luhmann, Thomas (2010): Nahbereichsphotogrammetrie. Grundlagen, Methoden und Anwendungen. 3. Aufl. Berlin: Wichmann. • Rees, Gareth (2013): Physical principles of remote sensing. 3rd ed. Cambridge, New York: Cambridge University Press. • Richards, John A. (2013): Remote sensing digital image analysis. An introduction. 5th ed. Berlin: Springer. EM01_ Remote Sensing _Module_2014_07_07.doc Module Description Hochschule für Technik und Wirtschaft Dresden Course of studies Module Title Environmental Engineering EM02 AutoCAD 03.08.2015 Semester Type of module Responsible for module Teaching Language Attribution to Curriculum Winter term Compulsory Prof. Dr.-Ing. Johann-Hinrich Walter Prof. Dr.-Ing. Johann-Hinrich Walter English Modul EM02 is part of HTW’s Environmental Engineering Program in English Language. Content and technologies applied relate to other modules, e.g. EM01 Remote Sensing, EM03 Landscape and Open Space Development, EM04 Urban Design, EM05 Floodplain Ecology. Module Format and Delivery Format Max. no. of hours taught students (average per week) Lecture/Field trip Exercise/Seminar 10 4 Practical tuition Workload ECTS Credits / Modul Prerequisites Educational Aims Content Examination References Class lectures 60 h Individual study 60 h Total 120 h 4 Minimum of four semesters previous studies in an Engineering or Environmental Science program. Knowledge of English language on the level of B1. Knowledge, skills and abilities in construction and presentation of industry-specific examples (civil engineering, technical building equipment) by CAD software • Vector data (wireframe graphics, surface and volume modelling) • User interface, help, tutorials • Coordinate systems • Layer • Constructions and their changings • Blocks and references • Section and it’s hatching • Parallel and central projection • Legend and dimensioning, standards (DIN) • Layout and plot • CAD interchange format DXF • Interactive 3D data formats • Precondition (PVL): Assignment • Practical test (APL, 90 min) 100% • Up and Running with AutoCAD 2012, Second Edition: 2D and 3D Drawing and Modeling, Paperback, by Elliot Gindis, ISBN-13: 978-0123870292 • AutoCAD 2012 and AutoCAD LT 2012 Bible, Paperback, by Ellen Finkelstein, ISBN-13: 978-1118022214 • Mastering AutoCAD 2014 and AutoCAD LT 2014: Autodesk Official Press, Paperback, by George Omura, ISBN-13: 978-1118575048 • AutoCAD 2012 and AutoCAD LT 2012 Essentials, Paperback, by Scott Onstott, ISBN-13: 978-1118016794 EM02_AutoCAD_Module_2014_07_07.doc EM02_AutoCAD_Module_2014_07_07.doc Module Description Hochschule für Technik und Wirtschaft Dresden Studiengang / Programme Module Title Environmental Engineering EM03 Landscape and Open Space Development 28.07.2015 Semester Type of module Responsible for module Teaching Language Attribution to Curriculum Summer term Compulsory Prof. Dipl.-Ing. Cornelius Scherzer Prof. Dipl.-Ing. Cornelius Scherzer English Module EM03 is part of HTW’s Environmental Engineering Program in English Language. It can be selected as optional module in HTW Program in German language or Studium Integrale. Content and technologies applied relate to other modules, e.g. EM01 Remote Sensing, EM02 AutoCAD, EM04 Urban Design, EM05 Floodplain Ecology, EM12 Floods and Droughts. Module Format and Delivery Format Max. no. of hours taught students (average per week) Lecture/Field trip 20 2 Exercise/Seminar 20 2 Practical tuition Workload Ects Credits / Module Prerequisites Educational Aims Learning Outcome Content Class lectures 60 h Individual study 60 h Total 120 h 4 Minimum of four semesters previous studies in an Engineering or Environmental Science program. Knowledge of English language on the level of B1. This module is based on students’ knowledge of basic analysis and planning processes in engineering and environment. Students develop an understanding of ecological and social functions of open spaces in urban and rural areas, of open space categories, planning instruments, levels and methods. They know relevant examples for the spatial structure, design and management of landscape and open space and can assess their viability. Students are expected to prove an adequate level of self-guided research and reflection regarding content and methodology. Students can present topics, methods, instruments and strategies in an exemplary area of open space planning in the context of urban and rural development. Issues of open space planning and design are understood in the context of the professional field of environmental engineering, urban planning and design as well as landscape architecture. Students are able to identify aims, conflicts, synergies and solutions and to present their findings in seminar discussions, also in relation to their individual educational background. • Dresden landscapes and open spaces: History and current issues • Ecological, social and political aims • Instruments and relations to neighbouring disciplines • Recent projects in German rural areas and conurbations • Landscapes and open spaces in urban agglomerations • Analysing and developing cultural landscapes EM03_Landscape_and_Open_Space_Development_Module_2015_07_28.doc • Landscape transformation in mining areas • Historic parks. Conservation, management, development • Open spaces and shrinking cities in transformation. Additional topics are also dealt with in the seminar. Examination Oral presentation 15 min (APL) 30% Seminar paper (APL) 40% Written test (APL) 30% A Planning System and Instruments References (list is modified and DEPARTMENT FOR COMMUNITIES AND LOCAL complemented according to GOVERNMENT (ed.) 2006: Green and Public Space topical orientation in Research: Mapping and Priorities. lectures and seminar) GERMAN FEDERAL AGENCY FOR NATURE CONSERVATION – BUNDESAMT fuer NATURSCHUTZ BfN (ed.) 2008: Landscape Planning – the Basis for Sustainable Landscape Development. HOPPER, Leonard J. 2007: Landscape Architectural Graphic Standards. Wiley LÖRZING, Han 2001: The Nature of Landscape – A Personal Quest. 010 Publishers Rotterdam B Regional Open Space Development GREATER LONDON AUTHORITY; ENVIRONMENT AGENCY; NATURAL ENGLAND; THE FORESTRY COMMISSION (ed.) 2011: London’s Environment Revealed. State of the Environment Report for London. THE MAYOR of LONDON (ed.) 2012: The London Plan CABE Space / THE MAYOR of LONDON (ed.) 2009: Open Space Strategies. Best practice guidance. London CITY of CHICAGO (ed.) N.N.: Chicago Climate Action Plan 2020 C Topical Issues BRITISH COLUMBIA – MINISTRY OF WATER, LAND AND AIR PROTECTION (ed.) N.N.: Stormwater Planning – A Guidebook for British Columbia. TOWN and COUNTRY PLANNING ASSOCIATION (ed.) 2004: Biodiversity by Design. A Guide for Sustainable Communities. London CABE Space – COMMISSION FOR THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT (ed.) 2005: Start with the park. Creating sustainable urban green spaces in areas of housing growth and renewal. London. Journals • JoLA – Journal of Landscape Architecture www.jola-lab.eu • TOPOS International Landscape Magazine www.toposmagazine.com Additional Remarks During the module there will be introductory site visits to open spaces in Dresden and a one-day field trip. EM03_Landscape_and_Open_Space_Development_Module_2015_07_28.doc Module Description Hochschule für Technik und Wirtschaft Dresden Course of studies Module Title Environmental Engineering EM 04 Sustainable Urban Design 28.07.2015 Semester Type of module Responsible for Module Teaching Language Attribution to Curriculum Summer term Compulsory Prof. Melanie Humann Prof. Melanie Humann English Module EM 04 is part of HTW’s Environmental Engineering Program in English Language. Content and technologies applied relate to other Modules, e.g. EM01 Remote Sensing, EM02 AutoCAD, EM03 Landscape and Open Space Development, EM05 Floodplain Ecology. Module Format and Delivery Format Max. no. of hours taught students (average per week) Lecture/Field trip Exercise/Seminar 20 1 Practical tuition Workload (Full Semester) Class lectures 15 h Individual study 15 h Total 30 h ECTS Credits / Module 1 Prerequisites Minimum of two semesters previous studies in an Engineering or Environmental Science program. Knowledge of English language on the level of B1. Educational Aims Elaboration of current spatial, social, economic, ecological and cultural interconnections within the city and region Communication of basic knowledge about current urban development, taking into account aspects of sustainability Learning Outcome Students will develop an understanding of the complexities of urban interconnections and contexts Students will learn to effectively perform subject-specific analysis of sustainable urban planning Students can confidently use appropriate technical terms Content Basic knowledge in sustainable urban planning Analysis of projects in the field of sustainable urbanism Transformation of European cities and urban development Infrastructural networks of cities / mobility systems Examination Best practice analysis and course presentation (APL) 100% References Future Megacities, Band 1-4, Jovis Verlag, 2013 (list is modified and Ecologic Urbanism, Mostafavi Mohsen, Lars Muller, 2010 complemented according to Die Stadt als Ressource, Tim Rienits, Jovis Verlag, 2014 topical orientation in Sustainable Urbanism and Beyond: Rethinking Cities for lectures and seminar) the Future, Tigran Haas, 2012 The endless city, Ricky Burdett, Phaidon Press, 2010 EM04_Urban_Design_2015_07_28 Module Description Hochschule für Technik und Wirtschaft Dresden Course of studies Module Title Environmental Engineering EM05 Floodplain Ecology 28.07.2015 Semester Type of module Responsible for module Teaching Language Attribution to Curriculum Winter term Compulsory Prof. Dr. Frank Dziock Prof. Dr. Frank Dziock English Module EM05 is part of HTW’s Environmental Engineering Program in English Language. Content and technologies applied relate to other modules, e.g. EM01 Remote Sensing, EM02 AutoCAD, EM03 Landscape and Open Space Development, EM04 Urban Design, EM12 Floods & Droughts Module Format and Delivery Format Max. no. of hours taught students (average per week) Lecture/Field trip 20 2 Exercise/Seminar Practical tuition Workload (Full Semester) Class lectures Individual study Total ECTS Credits / Module Prerequisites 2 Minimum of four semesters previous studies in an Engineering or Environmental Science program. Knowledge of English language on the level of B1. Educational Aims Learning Outcome Content • • • • 30 h 30 h 60 h Floodplains - Definition, characteristics, distribution, history Ecological concepts in floodplains Floodplain habitats I – aquatic habitats Floodplain habitats II – alluvial forests, alluvial grasslands, dunes • Key factors for and life history strategies of organisms in floodplains • Research methods in floodplains • Bioindicator systems in floodplains • Revitalization of floodplains & dyke relocations Excursion • Elbe floodplain in Dresden OR • Dyke relocation project Rosslau: Middle Elbe Biosphere Reserve Examination Presentation and course work • Scholz et al. (2005) Lebensräume der Elbe und ihrer Auen. References Weißensee Verlag. • Dziock et al. (2006) Bioindication and functional response in (list is modified and floodplain systems. Int Rev Hydrobiol 91(4), 269-388. complemented according to • Tockner, K., Stanford, J.A. (2002) Riverine floodplains: topical orientation in present state and future trends. Environmental conservalectures and seminar) tion 29, 308-330. • more to be announced in the lecture EM05_Floodplain_Ecology_2015_07_28 Module Description Hochschule für Technik und Wirtschaft Dresden Course of studies Module Title Semester Type of module Responsible for module Teaching Language Attribution to Curriculum 28.07.2015 Environmental Engineering EM06 Groundwater Management Summer term Compulsory Prof. Dr.-Ing. Thomas Grischek Prof. Dr.-Ing. Thomas Grischek, Dr. Ulrike Feistel English Module EM06 is part of HTW’s Environmental Engineering Program in English Language. It can be selected as optional module in HTW program in German language or Studium Integrale. Content and technologies applied relate to other modules, e.g. EM07 Geotechnical Project, EM12 Floods and Droughts, EM18 Water, Air and Soil Analysis Module Format and Delivery Format Max. no. of hours taught students (average per week) Lecture/Field trip Exercise/Seminar 20 2 Practical tuition 20 2 Workload (Full Semester) ECTS Credits / Module Prerequisites Educational Aims Learning Outcome Content Examination References Class lectures 60 h Individual study 60 h Total 120 h 4 Minimum of four semesters previous studies in an Engineering or Environmental Science program. Knowledge of English language on the level of B1. This module is based on students’ knowledge of basic analysis and planning processes in engineering and environment. Students develop an understanding of hydrogeology, groundwater resources, water balance, groundwater management and supply, and modeling. They know water management approaches and tools, with a focus on managed aquifer recharge and groundwater management. Students are expected to prove an adequate level of self-guided research and reflection regarding content and methodology. Students can present topics, methods, instruments and strategies in groundwater supply. Issues of management and modeling are understood in the context of the professional field of environmental engineering. Students are able to identify aims, conflicts, synergies and solutions and to present their findings in seminar discussions, also in relation to their individual educational background. • Hydrogeology, groundwater resources, water balance • Water supply, Managed aquifer recharge, bank filtration • Groundwater monitoring and modeling tools • Groundwater flow modeling using Processing Modflow • Practical on using data-loggers and well inspection Written test (APL) 100% Books: Chiang, W.-H. (2005) 3D-Groundwater Modeling with PMWin. Springer, Heidelberg, ISBN 13978-3540275909. Ray, C., Jain, R. (2011) Drinking Water Treatment. Springer, Heidelberg, ISBN 978-9400711037. Journals: EM06_Groundwater_Management_2015_07_28.doc Additional Remarks • Hydrogeology Journal. Link.springer.com/journal/10040 During the module there will be a one-day excursion to a mining region as case study for groundwater management. EM06_Groundwater_Management_2015_07_28.doc Module Description Hochschule für Technik und Wirtschaft Dresden Course of studies Module Title 28.07.2015 Environmental Engineering EM07 Geotechnical Project – Experimental Soil Mechanics Semester Type of module Winter term Compulsory Responsible for Module Teaching Language Attribution to Curriculum Prof. Dr.-Ing. habil. Jens Engel Dipl.-Ing. Carsten Lauer English Module EM07 is part of HTW’s Environmental Engineering Program in English Language. Content and technologies applied relate to other modules, e.g. EM03 Landscape and Open Space Development, EM12 Floods and Droughts Module Format and Delivery Format Max. no. of hours taught students (average per week) Lecture/Field trip Exercise/Seminar 20 2 Practical tuition 20 2 Workload (Full Semester) Class lectures Individual study Total ECTS Credits / Module 5 60 h 60 h 120 h Prerequisites Minimum of four semesters previous studies in an Engineering or Environmental Science program. Knowledge of English language on the level of B1. Educational Aims Students develop an understanding of basic soil classification, measurements of soil properties, test analysis and interpretation and estimation of soil parameters. Learning Outcome Students can present topics, methods and instruments in experimental soil mechanics. Content Soil classification Measurement of soil properties Test analysis and interpretation Estimation of design and parameters Examination Course work and written test • Engel, Lauer: Einführung in die Boden- und Felsmechanik References (Fachbuchverlag Leipzig im Hanser Verlag) • Schofield, A.N., Wroth, C.P. (1968) Critical State Soil (list is modified and Mechanics, Mc Graw-Hill complemented according to topical orientation in lectures and seminar) EM07_Geotechnical_Project-Experimental_Soil_Mechanics_2015_07_28 Module Description Hochschule für Technik und Wirtschaft Dresden Course of studies Module Title Environmental Engineering EM08 Thermal Renewable Energy Systems Semester Type of module Responsible for module Teaching Language Attribution to Curriculum Winter term Compulsory Prof. Dr.-Ing. Mario Reichel Prof. Dr.-Ing. Mario Reichel English Module EM08 is part of HTW’s Environmental Engineering Program in English Language. Content and technologies applied relate to other modules, e.g. EM09 Innovation in Industry and Transportation. Format Max. no. of hours taught students (average per week) Lecture/Field trip Exercise/Seminar 20 2 Practical tution - Module Format and Delivery Workload (Full Semester) ECTS Credits / Module Prerequisites Educational Aims Content Examination References (list is modified and complemented according to topical orientation in lectures and seminar) 28.07.2015 Class lectures 30 h Individual study 30 h Total 60 h 2 Minimum of four semesters previous studies in an Engineering or Environmental Science program. Knowledge of English language on the level of B1. Students will expand knowledge and understanding of the basic principles of heating and cooling. They will also learn about a variety of thermal renewable systems of energy, including their effective planning and installation. • Primary energy sources • Power generation • Solar energy use (basics, thermal and electrical applications, efficiency) • Heat pump systems (basics, heat sources, system solutions, energetic evaluation, efficiency) Oral exam (15 min) 100% Books: Quaschning, Volker (2005) Understanding Renewable Energy Systems. EM08_Thermal_Renewable_Energy_Systems_2015_07_28 Module Description Hochschule für Technik und Wirtschaft Dresden Course of studies Module Title Environmental Engineering EM09 Innovation in Industry and Transportation 28.07.2015 Semester Type of module Responsible for module Teaching Winter term Compulsory Prof. Dr. Gunther Göbel Prof. Dr. Gunther Göbel, Prof. Dr.-Ing. habil. Lutz Göhler, Prof. Dr. Manfred Hübner, MSc Tom Voltz, Marian von Lukowicz Language English Attribution to Curriculum Module EM09 is part of HTW’s Environmental Engineering Program in English Language Module Format and Delivery Format Max. no. of hours taught students (average per week) Lecture/Field trip Exercise/Seminar 20 2 Practical tuition Workload (Full Semester) ECTS Credits / Module Prerequisites Educational Aims Learning Outcome Content Class lectures 30 h Individual study 30 h Total 60 h 2 Minimum of four semesters previous studies in an Engineering or Environmental Science program. Knowledge of English language on the level of B1. Students will see and learn insights in various innovative techniques of environmental engineering. This lecture gives a brief overview over the technical use of solar energy. Based on the understanding why renewable energies are important some basic economic figures are explained. Afterwards, the focus is on the solar thermal and photovoltaic use of solar power. Underlying physical principles are explained and the most important components of state-of-the-art technical systems for solar power conversion are discussed. Students will be able to describe latest environmental technologies in specialist areas, and discuss these innovations in detail. Students will be able to present the structure and function of solar energy conversion systems. They have a basic knowledge of the economic aspects of renewable energy and e-mobility. • Overview in various areas of environmental engineering. For example in: e-mobility, joining technology, space technology, energy efficiency, solar energy, facility management • Joining technology 1 and 2: Overview current joining methods, energy efficient joining, joining of ecologically relevant materials, typical applications in environmentally friendly applications • Challenges of e-mobility for the industrial production: new designs, materials and production concepts” • Joining technology 3: “enabling energy efficient life: from power generation to low-friction surface technologies” • Solar thermal use of solar energy (non-concentrating and concentrating collectors, solar thermal systems, solar power stations), Photovoltaics (solar cell, losses, energy storage, EM09_Innovation_in_Industry_and_Transportation_2015_07_28.doc Examination References Additional Remarks inverters, photovoltaic systems) Literature review project (APL) 100% Books Peuser, F. (2011) Solar Thermal Systems: Successful Planning and Construction. Solarpraxis, ISBN 978-1849713313. Häberlin, H. (2012) Photovoltaics: System Design and Practice. VDE-Verlag, ISBN 978-3800733514. Gevorkian, P. (2012) Large-Scale Solar Power System Design. Cambridge University Press, ISBN 978-1107027688. none EM09_Innovation_in_Industry_and_Transportation_2015_07_28.doc Module Description Hochschule für Technik und Wirtschaft Dresden Studiengang / Programme Module Title Environmental Engineering EM12 Floods and Droughts 28.07.2015 Semester Type of module Responsible for module Teaching Language Attribution to Curriculum Winter term Compulsory Dr. Ulrike Feistel Dr. Ulrike Feistel , Prof. Dr.-Ing. Thomas Grischek English Module EM12 is part of HTW’s Environmental Engineering Program in English Language. Content and technologies applied relate to other modules, e.g. EM01 Remote Sensing, EM05 Floodplain Ecology, EM18 Water Air and Soil Analysis. Module Format and Delivery Format Max. no. of hours taught students (average per week) Lecture/Field trip Exercise/Seminar 20 2 Practical tuition 20 2 Workload ECTS Credits / Module Prerequisites Educational Aims Learning Outcome Content Class lectures 60 h Individual study 90 h Total 150 h 5 Minimum of four semesters previous studies in an Engineering or Environmental Science program. Knowledge of English language on the level of B1. The aim of the module is to develop an understanding of the key meteorological, hydrological and hydraulic processes, their impact on the natural and man-made environment and in particular the development and consequences of extreme situations. Through the modelling of some processes and the exploration of the model and its results the understanding of the dynamics and mechanisms will be supported. Students will acquire a range of techniques in particular related to the analysis and processing of data that can be applied elsewhere. Students will be familiar with the water cycle of different scales, will be able to estimate the water balance of a particular area and will know about the consequences of climate change on the water cycle. Students will have an overview of hydrometrical techniques and will have practiced some of the most common gauging methods. They will be familiar with the checking and processing of hydrometrical data. Students will have learnt the basics of hydrological and hydraulic modeling and will have built their first hydraulic model enabling them to apply the knowledge using different software and for different purposes. Students will have an understanding of the development of floods, flood forecasting and flood protection. They will know how to produce a flood map using GIS. They will also develop an understanding of the development and the impact of droughts. Students will gain some knowledge of water management and the respective problems occurring worldwide. • Components of water cycle, catchment hydrology • Hydrometry EM12_Floods and Droughts_Module Examination References Additional Remarks • Data processing • Hydrological and hydraulic modelling • Floods, flood protection, case studies • Droughts, case studies • Water management issues and tools Individual modelling project (50%) Oral examination 15 min (50%) Material tailored to the individual lectures and exercises will be provided During the module there will be one or two technical excursions to flood protections sites EM12_Floods and Droughts_Module Module Description Hochschule für Technik und Wirtschaft Dresden Course of studies Module Title Environmental Engineering EM13 Railway Engineering 28.07.2015 Semester Type of module Responsible for module Teaching Language Attribution to Curriculum Summer term Compulsory Prof. Dr.-Ing. Ulrike Weisemann Prof. Dr.-Ing. Ulrike Weisemann English Module EM14 is part of HTW’s Environmental Engineering Program in English Language. Content and technologies applied relate to other modules, e.g. EM07 Geotechnical Project, EM09 Innovation in Industry and Transportation Module Format and Delivery Format Max. no. of hours taught students (average per week) Lecture/Field trip Exercise/Seminar 20 2 Practical tuition Workload (Full Semester) ECTS Credits / Module Prerequisites Educational Aims Learning Outcome Content Examination References Additional Remarks Class lectures 30 h Individual study 30 h Total 60 h 2 Minimum of four semesters previous studies in an Engineering or Environmental Science program. Knowledge of English language on the level of B1. This module is based on students’ knowledge of basic analysis and planning processes in engineering and environment. Students develop an understanding of railway engineering. Students can present concepts, planning issues and techniques in railway engineering. Students are able to identify aims, technology advantages and limitations, and engineering solutions. • Introduction to railway engineering • Geotechnical issues • Components and types of tracks • Introduction into track‘s impact and technical solutions for noise and vibration protections Oral presentation (APL) 100% Books: .. Journals: • Science of the Total Environment During the module there will be an excursion to a railway station or railway construction site. EM13_Railway_Engineering_2015_07_28.doc Module Description Hochschule für Technik und Wirtschaft Dresden Course of studies Module Title Environmental Engineering EM14 Waste Water Management 28.07.2015 Semester Type of module Responsible for module Teaching Language Attribution to Curriculum Summer term Compulsory Prof. Dr. Ankea Siegl Prof. Dr. Ankea Siegl, Prof. Dr.-Ing. Thomas Grischek English Module EM14 is part of HTW’s Environmental Engineering Program in English Language. Content and technologies applied relate to other modules, e.g. EM12 Floods and Droughts, EM18 Water, Air and Soil Analysis Module Format and Delivery Format Max. no. of hours taught students (average per week) Lecture/Field trip Exercise/Seminar 20 2 Practical tuition Workload (Full Semester) ECTS Credits / Module Prerequisites Educational Aims Learning Outcome Content Examination References Additional Remarks Class lectures 30 h Individual study 30 h Total 60 h 2 Minimum of four semesters previous studies in an Engineering or Environmental Science program. Knowledge of English language on the level of B1. This module is based on students’ knowledge of basic analysis and planning processes in engineering and environment. Students develop an understanding of waste water management, rainwater harvesting and constructed wetlands for waste water treatment. They learn how to combine natural treatment processes and technical solutions in waste water management. Students can present concepts, planning tools and techniques for waste water management. Students are able to identify aims, conflicts, technology advantages and limitations, synergies and solutions and to present their findings in seminar discussions, also in relation to their individual educational background. • Introduction to waste water treatment, components, parameters, technologies • Constructed wetlands • Rainwater harvesting Oral presentation (APL) 100% DWA A 262 (2006) Constructed wetlands DWA M 178 Retention soil filters Journals: • Science of the Total Environment • Ecological Engineering • Resources, Conservation and Recycling During the module there will be an excursion to a constructed wetland and rainwater harvesting scheme. EM14_Waste_Water_Management_2015_07_28.doc Module Description Hochschule für Technik und Wirtschaft Dresden Course of studies Module Title Semester Type of module Responsible for module Teaching 03.08.2015 Environmental Engineering EM15 Introduction to Business in Germany Summer Term Compulsory Prof. Dr. Anne-Katrin Haubold Prof. Lewis, Prof. Richter, Prof. Haubold, M.A. Meyer-Ross, Prof. Gonschorek, Prof. Sonntag, M.A. Beyer, Prof. Gestring, Prof. Mayer, Prof. Neuvians, Prof. Sattler Language English Attribution to Curriculum Module EM15 is part of HTW’s Environmental Engineering Program in English Language. It can be selected as optional module in HTW Program in German language or Studium Integrale. Content and technologies applied relate to other Modules, e.g. EM01 Remote Sensing, EM05 Floodplain Ecology, EM07 Geotechnical Project Module Format and Delivery Format Max. no. of hours taught students (average per week) Lecture/Field trip 20 2 Exercise/Seminar 20 2 Practical tution Workload (Full Semester) ECTS Credits / Module Prerequisites Educational Aims Learning Outcome Content Examination References (list is modified and complemented according to topical orientation in seminar) Additional Remarks Class lectures 60 h Individual study 90 h Total 150 h 5 English level B2, TOEFL 550 or equivalent 2 years of academic studies The aim of the course is to provide a basis understanding of the specifics of the German business environment. After successfully completing the module the student will be able to: 1. systematically place the content of the other subjects he/she has studied into the wider German business context, 2. understand with regard to which aspects doing business in Germany is different from doing business in other parts of the world. Being able to write a scientific essay on a subject adjacent to the topics presented in the lecture. The lectures in the first part of the term provide an overview on the basic elements of the business life in Germany, e.g., cover topics like the social market economy and the system of codetermination in Germany. In the following lectures, the structure of the German economy ranging from the start-up scene to DAX-30 companies will be highlighted. The last part of the2 lecture series is devoted to different current themes, for example ownership succession in family-owned businesses. Written examination, 90 min (50%) Alternative examination, essay (50%) Each lecturer will provide further reading EM09_Seminar: Innovation in Industry and Transportation_2014_17_06.doc Module Description Hochschule für Technik und Wirtschaft Dresden Course of studies Module Title Environmental Engineering EM16 Construction Materials 28.07.2015 Semester Type of module Responsible for module Teaching Summer term Compulsory Prof. Dr.-Ing. Stephan Pfefferkorn Prof. Dr.-Ing. Stephan Pfefferkorn, Prof. Dr.-Ing. Christoph Grieger, M.Sc. Thomas Thiel Language English Attribution to Curriculum Module EM16 is part of HTW’s Environmental Engineering Program in English Language. Module Format and Delivery Format Max. no. of hours taught students (average per week) Lecture/Field trip 20 0.75 Exercise/Seminar Practical tuition 20 0.75 Workload (Full Semester) ECTS Credits / Module Prerequisites Educational Aims Learning Outcome Content Examination References / Course Readings Class lectures 24 h Individual study 24 h Total 48 h 2 Minimum of two semesters previous studies in an Engineering or Environmental Science program. Knowledge of English language on the level of B1. • Basic knowledge about material properties • Knowledge about testing and application about construction materials • Essential properties • Steel • Inorganic binder • Concrete • Ceramic building materials and bricks • Timber • Insulating materials Written test or oral test (100%) Domone, P., Illston J.: Construction Materials: Their Nature and Behaviour, Spon Press, New York 2010, ISBN-13-9780415465168 Module Description Hochschule für Technik und Wirtschaft Dresden Course of studies Module Title Environmental Engineering EM17 Organic Farming 28.07.2015 Semester Type of module Responsible for module Teaching Language Attribution to Curriculum Summer term Compulsory Prof. Dr. agr. Knut Schmidtke Prof. Dr. agr. Knut Schmidtke English Module EM17 is part of HTW’s Environmental Engineering Program in English Language. Content and technologies applied relate to other modules, e.g. EM12 Floods and Droughts, EM18 Water, Air and Soil Analysis Module Format and Delivery Format Max. no. of hours taught students (average per week) Lecture/Field trip Exercise/Seminar 20 1 Practical tuition Workload (Full Semester) ECTS Credits / Module Prerequisites Educational Aims Learning Outcome Content Examination References Additional Remarks Class lectures 15 h Individual study 15 h Total 30 h 1 Minimum of four semesters previous studies in an Engineering or Environmental Science program. Knowledge of English language on the level of B1. This module is based on students’ knowledge of basic analysis and planning processes in agriculture. Students develop an understanding of agricultural concepts with a focus on ecofriendly organic farming. Students can explain the concept, conflicts, technology advantages and limitations of organic farming. • Concepts of organic agriculture • Regulations of organic agriculture • Field trip to organic farms Written or oral test (APL) 100% • EM17_Organic_Farming_2015_07_28.doc Module Description Hochschule für Technik und Wirtschaft Dresden Course of studies Module Title Environmental Engineering EM18 Water, Air and Soil Analysis 28.07.2015 Semester Type of module Responsible for module Teaching Winter term Compulsory Prof. Dr.-Ing. Thomas Grischek Prof. Dr.-Ing. Thomas Grischek, Prof. Dr. Hans-Dieter Seelig, Prof. Dr. Holger Landmesser, Dr. Hilmar Boernick, Dipl.-Ing. (FH) Jakob Ebermann, Dipl.-Ing. (FH) Fabian Musche Language English Attribution to Curriculum Module EM18 is part of HTW’s Environmental Engineering Program in English Language. Content and technologies applied relate to other modules, e.g. EM06 Groundwater Management, EM14 Waste Water Management Module Format and Delivery Format Max. no. of hours taught students (average per week) Lecture/Field trip Exercise/Seminar 20 2 Practical tuition Workload (Full Semester) ECTS Credits / Module Prerequisites Educational Aims Learning Outcome Content Examination References Additional Remarks Class lectures 30 h Individual study 30 h Total 60 h 2 Minimum of four semesters previous studies in an Engineering or Environmental Science program. Knowledge of English language on the level of B1. This module is based on students’ knowledge of basic analysis and planning processes in engineering and environment. Students develop an understanding of water, air and soil analytical methods and monitoring concepts. They know relevant quality parameters, field and lab methods. Students are expected to prove an adequate level of data assessment, critical evaluation of environmental data and applied methods. Students can present parameters, methods and monitoring strategies for water, air and soil investigation. Issues of data handling and plausibility checks are understood. Students are able to identify appropriate methods and interpretation tools to evaluate pollution of water, air and soil. They have a thorough understanding of temperature and humidity measurements. • Water quality parameters and analytical methods • Temperature and humidity measurements • Air pollution and analytical methods • Soil pollution and analytical methods • Trace organic compounds: Sources and analytical detection • Sampling methods, analytical field test equipment • Data assessment Written or oral test (APL) 100% Books: Appelo, C.A.J., Postma, D. (2005) Geochemistry, groundwater and pollution. 2nd ed., Balkema Publ. Journals: • Water Air Soil Pollution, link.springer.com/journal/11270 Practical on water and soil sampling and on-site analysis EM06_Groundwater_Management_2015_07_28.doc Module Description Hochschule für Technik und Wirtschaft Dresden Course of studies Module Title Environmental Engineering EM19 Sustainable Business Management 13.04.2015 Semester Type of module Responsible for module Teaching Language Attribution to Curriculum Summer term Compulsory Prof. Dr. oec. publ. Wolfgang Sattler Prof. Dr. oec. publ. Wolfgang Sattler English Module EM19 is part of HTW’s Environmental Engineering Program in English Language. Module Format and Delivery Format Max. no. of hours taught students (average per week) Lecture/Field trip 20 1 Exercise/Seminar Practical tuition Workload Class lectures 15 h Individual study 15 h Total 30 h ECTS Credits / Module 1 Prerequisites Knowledge of English language on the level of B1. Educational Aims • Enable students to manage sustainability in an organization or enterprise and to prepare basic concept of a new green business Learning Outcome • Understanding of economic, social, ecological sustainability concept • Basic knowledge of tools that help direct an enterprise in a sustainable way • Capability to plan, implement, monitor and control green innovation processes and sustainable processes from a business perspective Content • Sustainability: Ecological, Social, Economic Dimension • Business Management and Business Environment from Sustainability Perspective • Green Business Models - Ecopreneurship • Green Business Model Transformation, Inventing Green Business Models, Sustainable Business Models • Measuring and Controlling Sustainability • Sustainability Reports of NGO's and Enterprises • Case Studies Examination APL: Presentation Sommer, Axel: Managing Green Business Model References / Course Transformations, 2012 Readings Esty, Daniel/Winston, Andrew: Green to Gold: How Smart (list is modified and complemented according to Companies Use Environmental Strategy to Innovate, Create Value, and Build Competitive Advantage, 2006 topical orientation in Daft, Richard: Management, 2013 lectures and seminar) HBR (ed.): Harvard Business Review on Greening Your Business Profitably, 2011; HBR (ed.): Harvard Business Review on Green Business Strategy (Harvard Business Review Paperback Series), 2007 Cooney, Scott: Build a Green Small Business: Profitable Ways to Become an Ecopreneur, 2008 EM19 Sustainable Business Management_2015_04_13.doc Module Description Hochschule für Technik und Wirtschaft Dresden Course of studies Module Title Environmental Engineering EM20 Scientific Work and Communication 16.06.2015 Semester Type of module Responsible for module Teaching Language Attribution to Curriculum Summer term Compulsory Dipl.-Wirt.-Ing. (FH) Bert Reichert Dipl.-Wirt.-Ing. (FH) Bert Reichert English 95 %, German 5 % Module EM20 is part of HTW’s Environmental Engineering Program in English Language Module Format and Delivery Format Max. no. of hours taught students (average per week) Lecture/Field trip 20 1 Exercise/Seminar 20 1 Practical tuition 20 Workload Class lectures 30h Individual study 30 h Total 60 h ECTS Credits / Module 2 Prerequisites Minimum of four semesters previous studies in an Engineering or Environmental Science program. Knowledge of English language on the level of B1. Educational Aims • Basic understanding scientific work and communication • Working in projects and teams Learning Outcome • What makes an effective / good paper • What is needed by reviewers and editors • The process of publishing a paper: what is involved • Understanding the difference between working alone and in a team • Special work frame of projects • Knowledge about communication rules and skills in action Content • Shannon–Weaver model of communication • Communication square • The general structure of a journal paper, the purpose of the section, how to write it, tense of verb, common faults, review checklist • Special working skills in teams • Working in projects Examination Presentation (APL) 100% • Andler, N.: Tools für Projektmanagement, Workshops und References / Course Consulting, 4. Aufl., Publicis Publishing 2011 Readings (list is modified and • GPM Deutsche Gesellschaft für Projektmanagement ; complemented according to Gessler, Michael (Hrsg.): Kompetenzbasiertes topical orientation in Projektmanagement (PM3) : Handbuch für die Projektarbeit, lectures and seminar) Qualifizierung und Zertifizierung auf Basis der IPMA Competence Baseline Version 3.0, 6. Aufl., GPM Dt. Ges. für Projektmanagement 2014 • Schulz von Thun, Friedemann: Miteinander reden. 1-3: Störungen und Klärungen. Stile, Werte und Persönlichkeitsentwicklung. Das „Innere Team“ und situationsgerechte Kommunikation, Rowohlt-TaschenbuchVerl. 2011 • Russey, W.E., Ebel, H.F., Bliefert, C.: How to write a EM20_Scientific_Work_and_Communication_2015_07_05.doc successful science thesis: the concise guide for students, Wiley-VCH 2006 • Silyn-Roberts, Heather: Writing for science and engineering : papers, presentations, and reports, Elsevier Science & Technology, 2013 • Heckner, Kathrin / Keller, Evelyne: Teamtrainings erfolgreich leiten, Bonn 2010 EM20_Scientific_Work_and_Communication_2015_07_05.doc Module Description Hochschule für Technik und Wirtschaft Dresden Course of studies Module Title Environmental Engineering EM21 Virtual Intelligent Environments 13.07.2015 Semester Type of module Responsible for module Teaching Language Attribution to Curriculum Summer term Compulsory Prof. Dr.-Ing. habil. Wolfgang Oertel Prof. Dr.-Ing. habil. Wolfgang Oertel English Module EM21 is part of HTW’s Environmental Engineering Program. Content and technologies applied relate to other modules, e.g. EM02 AutoCAD. Module Format and Delivery Format Max. no. of hours taught students (average per week) Lecture/Field trip 20 1 Exercise/Seminar Practical tuition 20 1 Workload (Full Semester) ECTS Credits / Module Prerequisites Educational Aims Learning Outcome Content Examination References Class lectures 30 h Individual study 30 h Total 60 h 2 Basic knowledge in informatics and mathematics. Knowledge of English language on the level of B1. The students are able to create simple computer-based virtual intelligent environments for application domains in the form of controlled spatiotemporal models of a reality section using 3D computer graphics, animation, multimedia, artificial intelligence and web technologies. The students use selected interactive, specification, and programming languages and respective software tools for the development of virtual intelligent environments whereas lectures provide the general theoretical knowledge and laboratory works permit the special practical experiences concerning the technologies. • Computer-based graphical modelling of real scenes • Temporal animation of spatial scene objects • Programming of intelligent object behaviours Oral test 100% • Burdea, G., Coiffet, P.: Virtual Reality Technology. John Wiley & Sons, Hoboken, 2003 • Foley, J., van Dam, A., Feiner, S., Hughes, J.: Computer Graphics. Addison-Wesley, Bonn, 1990 • Russell, S., Norvig, P.: Artificial Intelligence. Pearson Education, München, 2004 • Walsh, A., Bourges-Sevenier, M.: Core Web3D. Prentice Hall, Upper Seddle River, NJ, 2001 • Documentations and specifications of languages and tools • Slides and scripts of lectures and practical tuitions EM21_Virtual_Intelligent_Environments_2015_07_13.doc