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Systems analysis in environmental engineering: how far should we go?

W Gujer1

  • 1Swiss Federal Institute of Technology (ETHZ), Swiss Federal Institute of Environmental Science and Technology (EAWAG), CH 8600 Dübendorf, Switzerland. gujer@eawag.ch

Water Science and Technology : a Journal of the International Association on Water Pollution Research
|June 15, 2004
PubMed
Summary

Systems analysis is key in environmental engineering education. Bachelor programs should use examples, while master programs need a dedicated course with simulation tools for comprehensive systems analysis training.

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Area of Science:

  • Environmental Engineering
  • Systems Analysis
  • Educational Strategy

Background:

  • Systems analysis is a unifying concept in environmental engineering.
  • Current curricula may not fully integrate systems analysis principles.
  • Peer feedback and course experience highlight educational needs.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To discuss the content and integration of systems analysis in environmental engineering programs.
  • To provide recommendations for bachelor and master's level curricula.
  • To enhance the teaching of systems analysis methodologies.

Main Methods:

  • Survey of peers in environmental engineering.
  • Analysis of an advanced systems analysis course.
  • Curriculum content evaluation for different academic levels.

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Main Results:

  • Bachelor's level: Introduce systems analysis topics inductively with examples.
  • Master's level: Recommend a dedicated, systematic course covering diverse tools.
  • Integration of simulation tools is crucial for practical application at the master's level.

Conclusions:

  • Tailoring systems analysis education to academic level (bachelor vs. master) is essential.
  • Inductive learning with examples suits introductory levels.
  • Advanced, tool-focused courses with simulation software are vital for master's students.