Lebenszyklusanalyse mit Python

What it is about

In this module you will learn the basics of object-oriented programming with Python and their application for Life Cycle Assessments (LCA). You will learn the theoretical principles of an LCA, build a simple LCA model with real data, and evaluate and discuss ecological footprints using the Python library brightway.

What you will be able to do

• Understand and apply the basics of object-oriented programming with Python in the LCA context
• Know the theoretical fundamentals of LCA (e.g. system boundaries, DIN ISO 14040/14044)
• Apply the LCA method with brightway to real products and evaluate ecological footprint
• Analyze, classify and discuss LCA results
• Prepare and present the complexity of an LCA for an audience

What the module consists of

• PraktikumIn-person sessions for applying and deepening Python and LCA as well as practical modeling
• Selbststudium (Onlinekurse)Independent learning of the theoretical fundamentals of Python
• Hausaufgaben / Selbstständige ArbeitDeepening of what has been learned and preparation for in-person sessions
• PräsentationPreparation and presentation of a stakeholder perspective in the product life cycle

Teaching method

• Präsenztermine mit Vorträgen und ÜbungenConveying theoretical LCA fundamentals and practicing Python application together
• Online-Programmierumgebung (Jupyter Lab) und Jupyter NotebooksImmediate practical application and demonstration of code and results
• Selbststudium via OnlinekurseIndependent learning of Python basics before in-person sessions
• Teamarbeit und PräsentationenDevelopment and communication of different stakeholder perspectives in LCA