Workshops

Speaker: Dr. Johanna Naukkarinen, associate professor, LES Common activities; LUT School of Energy Systems;  LUT University. johanna.naukkarinen@lut.fi

Abstract: For many minority groups, entering and finishing an engineering degree is a greater challenge than for the majority. Completing part of a degree in another country adds to the challenge of the task to such an extent that double degree programs do not seem a viable option, even if the student is capable of completing it. For example: gender, ethnic and cultural background, physical limitations, or neurodiversity, may be associated with a number of factors that make adaptation to a new country and studies more difficult in one way or another. These difficulties are often undetectable and unpredictable from the perspective of the majority population. In the workshop participants will share findings, best practices and new ideas to better take into account different minority groups in the design and implementation of double degree programs and their marketing.

Expected outcomes: After the workshop participants are able to i) perceive some challenges that different minorities may face when considering, applying for and completing studies in double degree programs and ii) think of ways to increase the diversity, equity and inclusiveness of double degree programs. 

Speaker: Prof. Marta Aguilar-Pérez, associate professor of English for Special Purposes and technical communication at the Engineering School (ETSEIB), Universitat Politècnicade Catalunya, Barcelona Tech (Spain); marta.aguilar@upc.edu

Abstract: Digitally-mediated courses are growing in engineering curricula around the world, especially through Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL), connecting classes in different countries, and recently, under Erasmus+ in Europe, through Blended Intensive Programs (BIP). Both COILs and BIPs become ideal venues to promote intercultural exchange and develop students’ greater knowledge of and sensitivity towards each others’ cultures. For this reason, it is necessary to address intercultural communicative competence in an explicit and systematic way, both in teaching and course design. Addressed to lecturers and course designers interested in internationalisation, this workshop will take a hands-on approach to Intercultural Communicative Competence (ICC) to raise participants’ awareness of its importance in the design of collaborative international exchanges. Participants will be invited to examine different types of international courses to explore whether and how ICC can be systematically integrated, as well as to identify common difficulties found in culturally diverse classes. They will explore different scenarios of authentic international students’ interactions that can lead to the systematic development of ICC. A final reflective task will engage participants in examining those opportunities that emerge in COILs and BIPs for the development of students’ ICC as well as the support that can be provided to lecturers involved in international online courses.

Expected outcomes:

• Gain awareness about the role of ICC in international virtual classrooms;
• Develop strategies to navigate diversity in international virtual classrooms;
• Identify benefits and limitations when dealing with ICC in virtual settings;
• Identify and cope with common problems derived from lack of attention to ICC in the design of COIL and online classes 

Speakers: Anna Gogolewska, PhD Eng. Faculty of Geoengineering, Mining and Geology, Wrocław Tech, anna.gogolewska@pwr.edu.pl;

Abstract: The workshop will present the concept, structure, and implementation experiences of the MEITIM Master’s Programme (Master’s in Entrepreneurship, Innovation, and Technology Integration in Mining), which has been awarded the EIT Label. This double-degree programme was developed by the partner universities: UPM, WUST and LUT University within the EIT RawMaterials MEITIM project.

It aims to educate a new generation of mining engineers with strong competencies in innovation, entrepreneurship, and sustainable development.

Expected outcomes: The workshop will address administrative challenges, student recruitment strategies, funding mechanisms, and highlight selected success stories achieved throughout the programme's implementation.

Speakers: L'Oréal and Ecole Nationale des Ponts et Chaussées (names will be confirmed later on)

Abstract: The workshop will focus on how industrial innovation can drive environmental responsibility, resource efficiency, and sobriety, addressing factory challenges, social development, and renewable energies.

Key points:

1. Using industrial technology to advance sustainability
2. Ensuring technological progress aligns with CSR commitment & performance
3. Education/social aspect: ensuring the transfer of sustainability knowledge

Speakers: Prof. Pierre Dehombreux, full professor at the University of Mons, Belgium, pierre.dehombreux@umons.ac.be

Prof. Lucas Equeter, junior lecturer in Mechanical Engineering University of Mons, Belgium, lucas.equeter@umons.ac.be

Abstract: Engineering education must evolve to incorporate sustainability, human-centric attitude, resilience and interdisciplinary skills. This session will explore how T.I.M.E. members are integrating these Industry 5.0 dimensions into their curricula and probably discuss the expectations from the organizations that employ the engineers we have educated and trained.

Expected outcomes: CREAM5.0 project has been launched. The workshop will allow to enrich and validate a taxonomy of topics related to Industry/Society 5.0. Involvement of other partners is expected.

Speakers: Franziska Arens, exchange coordinator Electrical Enginerring (LUH), franziska.arens@fei.uni-hannover.de

Katja Hynynen, associate professor Electrical Engineering, School of Energy Systems (LUT), Katja.Hynynen@lut.fi

Päivi Sikiö, associate professor Energy, School of Energy Systems (LUT), Paivi.Sikio@lut.fi

Abstract: Ten years ago, the idea of a double degree between LUH and LUT came up and our programme was launched in 2018. We want to report on our challenges and pass on our experiences to workshop visitors who are planning a double degree in the field of energy technology and power engineering.

Expected outcomes:

• identify challenges for administrative and scientific staff that can occur when starting a double degree and how these challenges can be avoided in the long term
• sharing experiences from other universities that already have a double degree

Speakers: Jonas Niklewski, Faculty of engineering, Lund University; jonas.niklewski@kstr.lth.se

Ivar Björnsson, Faculty of engineering, Lund University; ivar.bjornsson@kstr.lth.se

Abstract: This proposal for a workshop concerns how to develop more sustainably conscious and active global engineers. Specifically, we want to highlight the need to effectively implement teaching for sustainability in engineering curricula. The Faculty of Engineering (LTH) at Lund University will present multiple ongoing strategies for doing this. The specific strategies include:

• A grassroots teacher led initiative for course development and sustainability progression within a specific program or course;
• A proposed course on master’s (advanced) level to prepare students to take responsibility in the polycrises of an unknown future;
• Academic development efforts to facilitate teaching for sustainability across the entire university (with individual faculty-focused efforts, e.g., courses for teachers on teaching for sustainability)

The workshop aims to present these strategies within the context of an engineering faculty wishing to integrate teaching for sustainability into their programs. The model highlights the synergies between actions taken at various levels of the organizations, from upper management to ‘teachers on the floor’. The participants (who are likely to have varying backgrounds and roles in their respective institution) are then invited to provide feedback on this model as well as situate themselves, their own experiences and that of their respective institutions. The aim is to identify creative sustainability proposals which can be transferable between institutions. Questions which will asked, considering that students starting university now will start working approximately in 2030 and will continue working until 2080+ include the following:

• Why teach for sustainability?
• What are you doing at your institution?
• What more can be done?
• What can we do together?

Expected outcomes: The workshop is expected to lead to an exchange of ideas and practices for how teaching for sustainability can be more effectively integrated into our education. This exchange will include the dissemination of experiences of the organizers as well as the participants. The contextual model which will be presented can also provide a basis for further development, where exchanges made during the workshop will play a major role. The results from the workshop will be collected and eventually disseminated further to participants and other e.g., online or through other relevant forums (T.I.M.E.’s news, https://teachingsustainability.blogg.lu.se/). In addition, the workshop will work as a networking tool to connect like-minded individuals wishing to collaborate further. The key objectives of the session are:

• To disseminate and get valuable feedback on the teaching for sustainability strategies presented by the organizing group
• To inspire others to take similar actions as well as be inspired by actions taken by others
• To foster cooperation between institutions
• To share concrete examples of what education for the future means and needs
• To develop a statement of what we want to stand for in the future