Lifecycle Analysis in Product Design
( 26 Modules )

Module #1
Introduction to Lifecycle Analysis
Definition, importance, and applications of lifecycle analysis in product design

Module #2
Understanding the Product Lifecycle
Phases of the product lifecycle, stakeholder involvement, and environmental impacts

Module #3
Setting Goals and Boundaries
Defining system boundaries, functional units, and goal definition for lifecycle analysis

Module #4
Life Cycle Inventory Analysis
Data collection, data quality, and data validation for life cycle inventory

Module #5
Life Cycle Impact Assessment
Characterization, normalization, and weighting in life cycle impact assessment

Module #6
Impact Categories and Indicators
Global warming, resource depletion, acidification, eutrophication, and other impact categories

Module #7
Life Cycle Interpretation
Identifying hotspots, prioritizing improvements, and making informed decisions

Module #8
Product Design for Sustainability
Design principles, strategies, and best practices for sustainable product design

Module #9
Material Selection and Design
Material properties, material selection, and material efficiency in product design

Module #10
Energy Efficiency and End-of-Life Strategies
Design for energy efficiency, reuse, recycling, and waste reduction

Module #11
Water and Land Use Impacts
Water footprint, land use, and land-use change impacts in product design

Module #12
Toxicity and Human Health Impacts
Toxic substances, human health impacts, and safe material selection

Module #13
Social Impacts and Labor Practices
Social life cycle assessment, labor practices, and fair labor standards

Module #14
Case Studies in Product Design
Real-world examples of lifecycle analysis in product design, successes, and challenges

Module #15
Life Cycle Costing and Financial Analysis
Life cycle costing, cost-benefit analysis, and financial implications of sustainability

Module #16
LCA Tools and Software
Overview of LCA software, tools, and databases, including SimaPro, GaBi, and ecoinvent

Module #17
Practical Applications of LCA
Applying LCA in product design, procurement, and supply chain management

Module #18
Challenges and Limitations of LCA
Addressing methodological limitations, data uncertainty, and stakeholder engagement

Module #19
Integration with Other Sustainability Tools
LCAs role in sustainability frameworks, such as circular economy and cradle-to-cradle

Module #20
Communication and Stakeholder Engagement
Presenting LCA results to stakeholders, communicating sustainability benefits, and stakeholder engagement

Module #21
Regulatory Frameworks and Policy
International regulations, policy initiatives, and standards supporting sustainable product design

Module #22
Certification and Labeling
Ecolabels, certifications, and product declarations supporting sustainable product design

Module #23
Future Trends and Innovations
Emerging technologies, digitalization, and innovative approaches in lifecycle analysis

Module #24
Group Project:Conducting an LCA
Applying LCA principles to a real-world product or system

Module #25
Final Project Presentations
Presenting group project results, feedback, and discussion

Module #26
Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion
Planning next steps in Lifecycle Analysis in Product Design career

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Lifecycle Analysis in Product Design ( 26 Modules )

Lifecycle Analysis in Product Design
( 26 Modules )