Opinto-opas
2001
Study guide
2001
Opinto-opas · Laurea – opinto-opas 2001–2002
12 STUDIES IN NATURAL RESOURCES
Study guide · Laurea – Study Guide 2001–2002
12 STUDIES IN NATURAL RESOURCES
Laurea – Study Guide 2001–2002
12 STUDIES IN NATURAL RESOURCES
Finnish farming is based on a pure environment and sustainable use of renewable resources. Sustainable agriculture means that farmers use as little fertilisers and pesticides as possible. They use fertilisers only when needed. The climate in Finland is more unfavourable than in the middle and southern parts of Europe. This is the reason for the current interest in organic farming in Finland.
Forestry plays an important role in Finnish farming. We have highly professional skills in forestry management and silviculture. Landscape Management has become an essential part of forestry activity.
Finland is among the biggest countries in Europe by area and has five million inhabitants. This means that the population density is among the lowest in Europe. Therefore, it is essential to consider the livelihood of rural areas, where enterprises dealing with agriculture, forestry, environment, leisure activities and other services play a significant role. We emphasise production of pure products containing very few additives.
Our focus is to assure domestic food production without damage to the environment, while maintaining natural diversity and ensuring responsible utilisation of nature for human activity.
Our goal is to provide a high standard in educational services to comply with the needs of our clients. We take into consideration rising levels of required occupational skills demanded by the expanding regional and international business communities. We offer Degree Programmes in Environmental Management and Rural Development. Our students will become confident professionals with initiative, who can succeed as independent entrepreneurs.
The variation of landscape with urban areas as well as large forests, along with technological innovation has created a range of possibilities for agricultural activity. As such, we train professionals for various specialities aimed at preserving and enhancing the economic vitality of rural areas. Students have the opportunity to study and solve problems in real-life situations.
In Brief
The Laurea Polytechnic Degree Programme of Studies in Natural Resources
- 4 years of full-time study
- 240 ECTS Credits (160 Finnish Credits)
- Annual intake 60 students
Degree Programmes
Sustainable Development – Environmental Planning
Rural Economics
English Language Course Provision in Hyvinkää 2001-2002
Further information:
Laurea Polytechnic
Hyvinkää Institute/Studies in Natural Resources
Uudenmaankatu 22, FIN-05800 Hyvinkää
Contact Person: Ms. Taru Tallgren
Tel. + 358 20 5787 703
Fax + 358 20 5787 701
Email: taru.tallgren@laurea.fi
CA1701 INTRODUCTION TO ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
1 CR, 1.5 ECTS Credits
Objectives
Students understand the basics of ecosystems and how they function. They develop an appreciation for the diversity of nature and learn to protect it by their actions. They are acquainted with the strategies of sustainable use of natural resources and strive to promote the usage of them by their actions.
Content
Ecosystems
Protection of the diversity of nature
Conservation of nature
Natural resources and the sustainable of use of them
Energy production and renewable forms of energy
CA1702 PROTECTION OF THE LIVING ENVIRONMENT
2 CR, 3 ECTS Credits
Objectives
Students are familiar with the local, regional and global environmental problems caused by human actions. They are aware of the most important environmental areas requiring protection and /or corrective measures. In decision making they are able to project the impact of their decisions on the environment.
Content
Global environmental problems
Water protection
Air protection
Soil protection
Environmental poisons
Waste management
CA2300 AGROECOLOGY
3 Credits, 4.5 ECTS Credits
Objectives
Students are familiarised with the basic ecological concepts related to agricultural ecosystems and provide them with an overview of the structure, function, and regulation of agricultural ecosystems. Students are acquainted with the concept of ecological sustainability in agriculture. This includes an understanding of the significance of various time-related and geographical scales associated with ecological processes taking place in farming environments. They are also familiarised with the impact of technological, economic and social decisions on these processes.
Content
Agroecosystems
Ecological sustainablity of agriculture
Agriculture as part of the ecosocial system and the food chain
CA2303 ENVIRONMENTAL SURVEY
3 CR, 4.5 ECTS Credits
Objectives
Students are capable of making observations concerning environmental changes with the aid of various indicators and strive towards a sustainable usage of the environment. They are able to make use of environmental monitoring methods and make interpretations on the basis of them.
Content
Farmland survey
Forest survey
Waterway survey
CA2501 WATER SUPPLY AND SEWERAGE
1 CR, 1.5 ECTS Credits
Objectives
Students are acquainted with water supply systems used in both densely and sparsely populated areas. They are familiar with the quality requirements for tap water and the factors affecting the quality of water. They learn about the hazards threatening groundwater and familiarize themselves with the implementation of groundwater protection and rules and pertinent regulations.
Within Laurea Business Economics Studies look also for:
AC3500 ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY GUIDING ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
Forestry plays an important role in Finnish farming. We have highly professional skills in forestry management and silviculture. Landscape Management has become an essential part of forestry activity.
Finland is among the biggest countries in Europe by area and has five million inhabitants. This means that the population density is among the lowest in Europe. Therefore, it is essential to consider the livelihood of rural areas, where enterprises dealing with agriculture, forestry, environment, leisure activities and other services play a significant role. We emphasise production of pure products containing very few additives.
Our focus is to assure domestic food production without damage to the environment, while maintaining natural diversity and ensuring responsible utilisation of nature for human activity.
Our goal is to provide a high standard in educational services to comply with the needs of our clients. We take into consideration rising levels of required occupational skills demanded by the expanding regional and international business communities. We offer Degree Programmes in Environmental Management and Rural Development. Our students will become confident professionals with initiative, who can succeed as independent entrepreneurs.
The variation of landscape with urban areas as well as large forests, along with technological innovation has created a range of possibilities for agricultural activity. As such, we train professionals for various specialities aimed at preserving and enhancing the economic vitality of rural areas. Students have the opportunity to study and solve problems in real-life situations.
In Brief
The Laurea Polytechnic Degree Programme of Studies in Natural Resources
- 4 years of full-time study
- 240 ECTS Credits (160 Finnish Credits)
- Annual intake 60 students
Degree Programmes
Sustainable Development – Environmental Planning
Rural Economics
English Language Course Provision in Hyvinkää 2001-2002
Further information:
Laurea Polytechnic
Hyvinkää Institute/Studies in Natural Resources
Uudenmaankatu 22, FIN-05800 Hyvinkää
Contact Person: Ms. Taru Tallgren
Tel. + 358 20 5787 703
Fax + 358 20 5787 701
Email: taru.tallgren@laurea.fi
CA1701 INTRODUCTION TO ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
1 CR, 1.5 ECTS Credits
Objectives
Students understand the basics of ecosystems and how they function. They develop an appreciation for the diversity of nature and learn to protect it by their actions. They are acquainted with the strategies of sustainable use of natural resources and strive to promote the usage of them by their actions.
Content
Ecosystems
Protection of the diversity of nature
Conservation of nature
Natural resources and the sustainable of use of them
Energy production and renewable forms of energy
CA1702 PROTECTION OF THE LIVING ENVIRONMENT
2 CR, 3 ECTS Credits
Objectives
Students are familiar with the local, regional and global environmental problems caused by human actions. They are aware of the most important environmental areas requiring protection and /or corrective measures. In decision making they are able to project the impact of their decisions on the environment.
Content
Global environmental problems
Water protection
Air protection
Soil protection
Environmental poisons
Waste management
CA2300 AGROECOLOGY
3 Credits, 4.5 ECTS Credits
Objectives
Students are familiarised with the basic ecological concepts related to agricultural ecosystems and provide them with an overview of the structure, function, and regulation of agricultural ecosystems. Students are acquainted with the concept of ecological sustainability in agriculture. This includes an understanding of the significance of various time-related and geographical scales associated with ecological processes taking place in farming environments. They are also familiarised with the impact of technological, economic and social decisions on these processes.
Content
Agroecosystems
Ecological sustainablity of agriculture
Agriculture as part of the ecosocial system and the food chain
CA2303 ENVIRONMENTAL SURVEY
3 CR, 4.5 ECTS Credits
Objectives
Students are capable of making observations concerning environmental changes with the aid of various indicators and strive towards a sustainable usage of the environment. They are able to make use of environmental monitoring methods and make interpretations on the basis of them.
Content
Farmland survey
Forest survey
Waterway survey
CA2501 WATER SUPPLY AND SEWERAGE
1 CR, 1.5 ECTS Credits
Objectives
Students are acquainted with water supply systems used in both densely and sparsely populated areas. They are familiar with the quality requirements for tap water and the factors affecting the quality of water. They learn about the hazards threatening groundwater and familiarize themselves with the implementation of groundwater protection and rules and pertinent regulations.
Within Laurea Business Economics Studies look also for:
AC3500 ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY GUIDING ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT