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860-0016-00L 3 Credits DR , DS , MSC D-USYS , D-BAUG , D-ERDW , D-GESS

Supply and Responsible Use of Mineral Resources II

Lecturers & Examiners: Prof. em. Dr. Bernhard Wehrli, Prof. Dr. Stephan Pfister, Dr. Fritz Brugger

Number of participants limited to 12. First priority will be given to students enrolled in the Master of Science, Technology, and Policy Program. These students must confirm their participation by DATUM by registration through myStudies. Students on the waiting list will be notified at the start of the semester. Prerequisite is 860-0015-00 Supply and Responsible Use of Mineral Resources I.

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Abstract

Students integrate their knowledge of mineral resources and technical skills to frame and investigate a commodity-specific challenge faced by countries involved in resource extraction. By own research they evaluate possible policy-relevant solutions, engaging in interdisciplinary teams coached by tutors and experts from natural social and engineering sciences.

Objective

Students will be able to: - Integrate, and extend by own research, their knowledge of mineral resources from course 860-0015-00, in a solution-oriented team with mixed expertise - Apply their problem solving, and analytical skills to critically assess, and define a complex, real-world mineral resource problem, and propose possible solutions. - Summarize and synthesize published literature and expert knowledge, evaluate decision-making tools, and policies applied to mineral resources. - Document and communicate the findings in concise group presentations and a report.

General Information

Language: English
Levels: DR , DS , MSC
Frequency: Yearly recurring

Examination

Type: graded semester performance

Registration & Places

Max Places: 12

Course Components

Type	Title	Time & Place	Hours
exercise	Supply and Responsible Use of Mineral Resources II - Case Study	Wed 08:15-10:00 (CHN D 42)	2 h weekly

Offered In

Science in Perspective (In “Science in Perspective”-courses students learn to reflect on ETH’s STEM subjects from the perspective of humanities, political and social sciences. Only the courses listed below will be recognized as "Science in Perspective" courses.)
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  - D-ERDW
Earth Sciences Master
- Electives (Courses can be chosen from the complete offerings of the ETH Zurich and University of Zurich (according to prior agreement with the MSc Committee).)
Environmental Sciences Master
- Major in Environmental Systems and Policy
  - Theoretical Foundations for Environmental Policy
Doctorate Civil, Environmental and Geomatic Engineering (More Information at: )
- Subject Specialisation
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- Subject Specialisation
Science, Technology, and Policy Master
- Case Studies