Version Effective: 4th of November, 2024
Version Effective: 4th of November, 2024

PDC159440 - Decarbonisation and Gas Emissions Scopes

Course Details

Course Summary

This micro-credential is designed to provide you with an introduction to greenhouse gas emissions and decarbonisation concepts for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs), and Mining Equipment, Technology and Services (METS) to start on the path towards decarbonisation. Throughout the micro-credential you will learn about the types of greenhouse gas emissions and the impact on climate change and the types of decarbonisation strategies that can be implemented in a business environment. Through case studies and domestic examples you will learn how to conduct a greenhouse gas inventory and set realistic and achievable targets towards best practice. Finally you will learn how to create a culture of sustainability within your organisation and mechanisms to communicate this to your stakeholders. A variety of resources are provided throughout with opportunity for you to develop your own knowledge library. 

This is a non-creditable micro-credential which is awarded a digital badge and Certificate of Completion which can be shared to your social networks and displayed in your professional portfolio.

Our micro-credentials are aligned to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

What is a Digital Badge?

 

Entry Requirements

There are no specific entry requirements, however, The micro-credential is designed for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs), and Mining Equipment, Technology and Services (METS).
Our micro-credentials are available for anyone to access. You do not have to be a CQUniversity student. 
 

Course Details

Course Type Short Course (Professional Development)
Student Availability
  • Domestic
Fees
Full Fee No data available.
Application Mode
  • Other
How to Apply
  1. Once you have selected your desired micro-credential, you can now add it to your shopping cart to enable you to purchase more than one "course" in a single transaction. 
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Study Area
  • Apprenticeships, Trades & Training
  • Engineering and Built Environment
  • Mining and Energy
  • Science and Environment
  • Transport and Safety Sciences
  • Work and Study Preparation
Skill Area
  • Automotive Engineering and Technology
  • Building and Construction
  • Education Support
  • Engineering
  • General Education and Training
  • Information Technology
  • Process/Manufact Food
  • Public Sector
  • Rural Industries
  • Safety
  • Tourism
  • Transport and Warehousing
  • Utilities
  • Wholesale and Retail

Admission Codes

Domestic Students
Tertiary Admission Centre Codes (TAC) Codes 		Not Applicable
International Students
CRICOS Codes 		Not Applicable

Student Outcomes, Career Opportunities and Occupations

Undertaking this micro-credential enables Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs), and Mining Equipment, Technology and Services (METS) to understand decarbonisation and what it means to them and the community in general. Upon successful completion of the micro-credential, students will be awarded Continuing Professional Development (CPD) hours, a non-creditable micro-credential, Digital Badge and a Certificate of Completion

Course Structures

Study Mode Definitions

  • Online: Online courses provide the flexibility to study without normally requiring a student to visit a campus. Course content is studied through a number of means including the use of online discussion forums, electronic library resources, by contacting lecturers and teachers, and receiving study materials online/electronically. Work integrated learning, including placements, may be included in some courses.
  • On-campus: Students studying in on-campus mode typically are expected to attend and participate in regular, structured on-campus teaching and learning activities throughout the University’s academic term. These activities may include lectures, tutorials, workshops and practice, online or other activities and normally will be timetabled at a CQUniversity campus or approved delivery site.
  • Mixed Mode: Students studying in mixed mode will participate in a combination of online learning activities in addition to site-specific learning activities, which may include residential schools, co-op placements and/or work-integrated learning as a compulsory requirement of a unit. The additional site-specific learning activities are what differentiates a mixed-mode unit from an online unit.

*All study modes may include Vocational placement and/or work integrated learning.

Select a course structure below to view the delivery details, including the different study modes offered for each structure.

Micro-credential

2 hours

  • Online
No units are associated with this course


Course Learning Outcomes
  1. Understand the definition of decarbonisation, and its significance for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs), and Mining Equipment, Technology and Services (METS)
  2. Identify economic and environmental benefits of decarbonisation
  3. Identify types of greenhouse gas emissions and the impact on climate change
  4. Outline decarbonisation strategies that can be implemented in a business environment
  5. Reflect on the role of SMEs and METs in participating in decarbonisation journey.

Assessment

Online Quiz

Award

Digital Badge via Credly

Students can also download a Certificate of Completion, share to social media or add to a professional portfolio. 

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