Tech-Driven Solutions for Eco-Friendly Product Design
( 30 Modules )
Module #1 Introduction to Eco-Friendly Product Design Overview of the importance of eco-friendly product design, the role of technology, and the benefits of sustainable design.
Module #2 Understanding the Impact of Product Design on the Environment Examining the environmental impact of product design, including waste, pollution, and resource depletion.
Module #3 Designing for the Circular Economy Principles and strategies for designing products that reduce waste and promote recycling and re-use.
Module #4 Materials Science for Sustainable Design Exploring sustainable materials, their properties, and applications in product design.
Module #5 Computational Tools for Sustainable Design Introduction to software and tools for sustainable design, including life cycle assessment and simulation.
Module #6 Additive Manufacturing for Sustainability The role of 3D printing in sustainable product design, including reduced material waste and energy efficiency.
Module #7 Design for Disassembly and Recycling Design strategies for easy disassembly, recyclability, and re-use of products.
Module #8 Biodegradable Materials and Composting Exploring biodegradable materials, composting, and the role of microorganisms in sustainable design.
Module #9 Sustainable Packaging Design Optimizing packaging design for minimal waste, reduced material usage, and recyclability.
Module #10 Product Take-Back and Reverse Logistics Strategies for designing products that can be easily taken back, refurbished, and recycled.
Module #11 Biomimicry and Nature-Inspired Design Applying biomimicry principles to develop innovative, sustainable product designs.
Module #12 Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Designing products that minimize energy consumption and promote the use of renewable energy sources.
Module #13 Water Conservation and Efficient Design Designing products that minimize water usage and promote water conservation.
Module #14 Electronics and E-Waste Reduction Strategies for designing electronic products that reduce e-waste, minimize material usage, and promote recycling.
Module #15 Supply Chain Optimization for Sustainability Analyzing and optimizing supply chains for reduced environmental impact.
Module #16 Life Cycle Assessment and Carbon Footprint Analysis Conducting life cycle assessments and carbon footprint analyses to evaluate the environmental impact of products.
Module #17 Designing for the Sharing Economy Creating products that promote sharing, collaboration, and reduced resource consumption.
Module #18 Systems Thinking for Sustainable Design Applying systems thinking principles to design sustainable products and systems.
Module #19 Case Studies in Sustainable Product Design Real-world examples of successful sustainable product design and innovation.
Module #20 Designing for Emerging Markets and Developing Regions Designing products that meet the needs of emerging markets and developing regions while promoting sustainability.
Module #21 Product Service Systems and Sustainable Business Models Examining product service systems and business models that promote sustainability and reduce environmental impact.
Module #22 Collaborative Design for Sustainability Fostering collaborative design approaches that bring together stakeholders to promote sustainable product design.
Module #23 Designing for Education and Behavioural Change Designing products that educate and promote behavioural change for sustainable living.
Module #24 Standards and Regulations for Sustainable Product Design Understanding international standards and regulations for sustainable product design and development.
Module #25 Testing and Certification for Sustainable Products Testing and certification methods for verifying the sustainability of products.
Module #26 Sustainable Product Design in the Digital Age The impact of digital technology on sustainable product design, including digital twin and IoT applications.
Module #27 Circular Business Models for Product Design Designing business models that promote circular economy principles and reduce waste.
Module #28 Designing for Resilience and Adaptation Designing products that adapt to changing environmental conditions and promote resilience.
Module #29 Sustainable Product Design for Social Impact Designing products that address social and environmental challenges, promoting positive social impact.
Module #30 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Tech-Driven Solutions for Eco-Friendly Product Design career
