Towards a Zero-Emission Aviation Environment (5 cr)

Evaluation scale

H-5

Schedule

19.1 Introductions, implementation plan, and a quick glimpse into the Topic
26.1 An overview of global transportation and sustainability
2.2 Guest Lecturer from EASA; Global challenge and the impact of the transportation industry from an aviation point of view
9.2: Independent studying - working on the final assignment
16.2: Guest Lecturer from German Aerospace Wolfgang Grimme; A transition to carbon-neutral flying in the aviation industry
23.2 intensive Week
2.3: Sustainable Fuels (SAF)
9.3: Pathway toward net zero emissions in aviation
16.3: Final presentations, summarizing the course and feedback

Implementation methods, demonstration and Work&Study

Learning takes place in contact lessons, as independent studies, teamwork and online-studies. The course includes the assessment of one’s own learning.

Intro

As the world grapples with the urgent need for sustainable practices, the political debate surrounding green aviation intensifies. Policymakers are increasingly advocating for innovative technological solutions, such as electric flying, sustainable aviation fuels and the use of hydrogen, to revolutionize the industry. Additionally, market-based measures, including carbon pricing and emissions trading, are being proposed to incentivize airlines to reduce their carbon footprint, paving the way for a cleaner, more sustainable future in air travel.
Join our course to dive deeper into these vital topics, where industry experts and fellow students will discuss, assess and present the latest developments going towards zero-emission aviation.

Materials

Main reading Source: Green Aviation (2016), Blockley, R., Agarwal, R., Collier, F., Schaefer, A. & Seabridge, A.

Instructors´ own material
Academic articles
Companies´ web portals
Relevant media, news agencies, quality press, etc.
Material produced by students
Industry related reports and statistics
Data from H-H provided statistical databases

Teaching methods and instruction

Learning with remote teaching including assignments, project work, and independent study based on given instructions

Working life connections

guest speakers on our online lessons
aviation-related work cases

Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

no exam
Final Essay or presentation and Learning diary

Learning assignments

individual assignments
group work
quiz
learning diary writing
presentations
teaching in different learning environments

Assessment methods

Assessment criteria - grade 1
The student can define the key concepts of sustainable aviation. S/he recognizes the main stakeholders and their purpose in the net zero-emission aviation environment. S/he can describe the different elements related to business and management from the viewpoint of decarbonizing aviation.

Assessment criteria - grade 3
In addition to the competencies in grade 1, the student can apply the key concepts of sustainable aviation in her/his thinking and reasoning. S/he can understand the impact of technological development and pathways towards a zero-emission aviation environment related to her/his business and management.

Assessment criteria - grade 5
In addition to the competencies in grades 1 and 3, the student can analyze the purpose of an organization's stakeholders and their role in decarbonizing aviation. S/he develops business and management from the viewpoints of net zero-emission and can recognize business opportunities related to the zero-emission environment in the aviation industry S/he can think critically and solve problems in a changing operational environment.