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Course: 2025/2026

Basic Principles of Science for Climate Change II
(20045)
Bachelor in Urban Sustainability Studies (Plan: 552 - Estudio: 505)


Coordinating teacher: VELASCO LOPEZ, FRANCISCO JAVIER

Department assigned to the subject: Materials Science and Engineering and Chemical Engineering Department

Type: Compulsory
ECTS Credits: 3.0 ECTS

Course: 1º
Semester: 1º



Requirements (Subjects that are assumed to be known)
None
Objectives
Evaluate the suitability of different approaches in the field of chemistry and materials to solve problems, analyze data and draw conclusions that can be applied in the field of sustainable cities. Describe the concepts and principles associated with chemistry and materials in the area of ¿¿urban sustainability.
Learning Outcomes
Students are able to¿ 4.1 ¿review and describe the underlying concepts, principles, academic literature and contemporary issues associated with urban sustainability. 5.1 ¿review and describe environmental, social and economic systems, identifying relationships between them.
Description of contents: programme
Basic chemical concepts applicable to sustainable cities. Chemistry and sustainability. Materials applicable to urban development.
Learning activities and methodology
- Teaching classes. - Class exercises. Individual exercises. - Work in groups.
Assessment System
  • % end-of-term-examination 40
  • % of continuous assessment (assigments, laboratory, practicals...) 60




Extraordinary call: regulations

The course syllabus may change due academic events or other reasons.