PDC159440 - Decarbonisation and Gas Emissions Scopes

Version Effective: 4th of November, 2024
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Microcredential 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?

 

Requirements - To Be Eligible

For your application to be considered, you must meet the following entry requirements.

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 Internal
Student Availability
  • Domestic
Fees
No data available.
Application Mode
  • Other
How to Apply
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Study Area
  • Apprenticeships, Trades & Training
  • Engineering and Built Environment
  • Science and Environment
  • Work and Study Preparation
  • Mining and Energy
  • Transport and Safety Sciences
Skill Area
  • Building and Construction
  • Engineering
  • General Education and Training
  • Information Technology
  • Process/Manufact Food
  • Rural Industries
  • Tourism
  • Transport and Warehousing
  • Utilities
  • Wholesale and Retail
  • Public Sector
  • Automotive Engineering and Technology
  • Safety
  • Education Support

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

Structure
Micro-credential

2 hours

  • Online
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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