Open for the Climate

This course is taught in Swedish. The availability of the electric power system and the risks that exist for the power system are of very high importance for our entire society, not least with regard to moving towards a more sustainable society. This course starts with a jump start of about two hours where you get a quick overview of the topic so you can also decide if you want to go deeper in the course. You will learn about the electric power system in general, with some focus on electricity distribution with problems and challenges in the area, and then more specifically about: Components, determine the lifetime Systems, calculate system availability for two-node systems Power system analysis, calculate system metrics (SAIDI and SAIFI, etc.) Risk analysis, basic elements and how these are often performed The link between sustainability and reliability Life cycle cost (LCC) calculations

Improve work environments using RAMP (Risk management Assessment tool for Manual handling Proactively)! In this course, you learn to use all four modules in the RAMP tool to manage musculoskeletal (MSD) risks. This includes, for example, how to present results from risk assessments and how to create action plans for improvement. MSDs are one of the most common reasons for absence from work today. It leads to reduced productivity and quality losses at companies, as well as increased medical costs. This course is part two of a RAMP program. The other courses are Assessment of Work-Related Injury Risks using RAMP I and Proficiency in using RAMP for Risk Management of Work-Related Injuries.

Den här kursen ger dig som arbetar inom medicinteknik de nödvändiga kunskaperna för att utveckla och hantera säkra och hållbara digitala system inom vården. Kursen ger dig kunskap om hur digitala system och vårdstöd ska utformas för att säkerställa att säkerhetskrav för patient och sjukhuspersonal uppfylls. Du lär dig att analysera och sammanställa risker och fördelar med olika typer av medicintekniska system samt värdera teknik utifrån hållbar vård och digitalisering. Medicinteknisk utrustning omgärdas av en speciell lagstiftning för att säkerställa hög patient- och användarsäkerhet. Dagens medicintekniska produkter är också ofta kopplade till sjukhusens datorjournalsystem, något som gör att de sammantagna systemen i många fall blir svåra att överblicka och kontrollera. För företag och ingenjörer ställer detta sammantaget stora krav på kunskap kring hantering av risker vid utveckling och handhavande av medicintekniska system. Kursens upplägg Kursen ges på distans och är lärarledd med föreläsningar. I kursen ingår ett mindre projekt som utförs under handledning på den egna arbetsplatsen. Kursen har 25% studietakt, och arbetstiden du behöver lägga ner motsvarar cirka 7 arbetsdagar. Mål med kursen Efter avklarad kurs har du en ökad kunskap om säkerhetsaspekter kopplade till medicinsk teknik. Du har även kunskap om säkerhet, lagar och bestämmelser för medicinteknisk utrustning. Målgrupp Kursen riktar sig till medicintekniska ingenjörer eller andra yrkesgrupper verksamma på sjukhuset eller inom sjukvården. Övrigt Anmälan är stängd. Kursen ges som anpassad kompetensutveckling för yrkesverksamma mot en avgift. Läs mer om uppdragsutbildning vid Umeå universitet. Kontaktperson: Helena.grip@umu.se Pris: 4693 kr/person exkl moms (betalas av deltagarens arbetsgivare).

Den här kursen ger dig som jobbar med teknik inom det medicintekniska området de kunskaper och färdigheter som krävs för att hantera risker och säkerställa hållbarhet inom medicintekniska system. Medicinteknisk utrustning omgärdas av en speciell lagstiftning för att säkerställa hög patient- och användarsäkerhet. Hållbarhetskraven ökar inom alla branscher, så också inom life science. För företag och ingenjörer ställer detta stora krav på kunskap kring hantering av risker vid utveckling och handhavande av medicintekniska system. Kursen tar upp risker och säkerhetsaspekter rörande medicinteknisk utrustning inom områdena el-, gas- och ickejoniserande strålning. Kursen introducerar medicinteknisk riskhantering samt hur medicinteknisk utrustning och elförsörjning ska utformas för att vara säker och hållbar för både patient och vårdpersonal. Kursens upplägg Kursen ges på distans och är lärarledd. Kursen har 25% studietakt, och arbetstiden du behöver lägga ner motsvarar cirka 7 arbetsdagar. Det ingår ett praktiskt moment som utförs under handledning på den egna arbetsplatsen. Mål med kursen Efter avklarad kurs har du en ökad kunskap om säkerhetsaspekter kopplade till medicinsk teknik. Du har även kunskap om säkerhet, lagar och bestämmelser för medicinteknisk utrustning. Målgrupp Kursen riktar sig till medicintekniska ingenjörer eller andra yrkesgrupper verksamma på sjukhuset eller inom sjukvården. Övrigt Anmälan är stängd. Kursen ges som anpassad kompetensutveckling för yrkesverksamma mot en avgift. Läs mer om uppdragsutbildning vid Umeå universitet. Kontaktperson: Helena.grip@umu.se Pris: 4693 kr/person exkl moms (betalas av deltagarens arbetsgivare).

The green transition requires social acceptance and collaboration between different groups in society. In the multicultural north, specific challenges and opportunities arise from diverse cultural perspectives and values. This course explores strategies to promote acceptance and cooperation. Course content Social and cultural dimensions of the green transition Synergies and conflicts in multicultural societies Strategies for building social acceptance What you will learn Understand the social aspects of the green transition Identify and manage potential conflicts Develop strategies to strengthen social acceptance Who is the course for? The course is designed for urban planners, researchers, and project managers working with sustainable development in multicultural societies. LanguageThe course is conducted in English. Additional informationThe course includes 40 hours of study and is offered for a fee.

Sustainable water management and resource recovery are central to the green transition. Source-separating wastewater systems enable efficient nutrient recovery and reduce the environmental impact of wastewater management. This course provides an introduction to concepts and techniques for implementing such systems. Course content Principles of source-separating wastewater systems Techniques for nutrient recovery Sustainable water management What you will learn Understand the basics of source-separating wastewater systems Analyze and design systems for sustainable water management Identify opportunities for resource recovery in wastewater management Who is the course for? The course is designed for engineers, urban planners, and professionals in water and waste management who want to implement sustainable solutions for future communities. LanguageThe course is conducted in Swedish. Additional informationThe course is offered for a fee.

Cities around the world are facing the challenge of dealing with stormwater to protect against flooding caused by heavy rainfall. Future climate change will make this even more difficult. This course gives an introduction to how can we manage stormwater in a sustainable way in the coming decades.The course containsThe course covers the hydrological cycle and how this is affected by urbanization, as well as rainfall and how this is affected by climate change. The problems with traditional pipe-based drainage systems are discussed before looking at green stormwater infrastructure as a sustainable alternative. Finally, the course looks at how stormwater can be integrated into urban planning. What are you learning?How urbanization affects the water cycle.How rainfall is affected by future climate change.What facilities can be used to manage stormwater in a sustainable way.The role that stormwater plays in urban planning. Who is the course for?This course is designed for anyone who may encounter stormwater in their work, as well as anyone who wants to know more about how we can build a society that is prepared for the effects of future climate change. The course will be given in English.

Course start September 1, 2025 This course provides the basics of sustainability reporting and prepares participants to deal with today’s sustainability reporting requirements, focusing on relevant regulations and tools. Economics professionals are required to report not only on financial performance but also on social and environmental performance, as the shift from single materiality to double materiality takes place. By focusing on sustainability reporting, CO? budgeting, and GRI standards, participants will gain actionable skills to measure, manage, and report on climate impact, enabling them to effectively communicate sustainability, monitor progress, and drive change. This aligns with Sweden’s ambitions for a fossil-free future by helping companies set science-based targets and create transparent sustainability reports, which foster accountability and innovation within the green transition. As businesses adapt to stricter EU policies, this course empowers professionals to lead organizational change toward a sustainable economy. Course content Introduction to CSR and sustainability regulations - Overview of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and EU regulations affecting sustainability reporting. Financial Reporting Directive (FRD) - Review of the Directive and its link to sustainability reporting. CO2 budgeting and SBTi (Science Based Targets initiative) - Practical tools to calculate and communicate your organization’s climate impact. GRI (Global Reporting Initiative) - How to use GRI standards to create a transparent and credible sustainability report. Course design The course is designed to provide maximum flexibility for working professionals in the field of economics. Teaching materials include pre-recorded video lectures, articles, case studies, regulatory documents, company reports, and links to additional resources. Key resources, such as templates for sustainability reports, CO2 budgeting tools, and guidelines for GRI standards, will be provided to facilitate practical application of the knowledge gained. Guided tutorials will allow participants to engage with the content at their own pace and according to their schedules. Interactive elements are integrated through a ”Discussion” module, where participants will reflect on thought-provoking questions related to each topic by submitting concise written responses. Participants are also encouraged to ask questions either via the study platform or privately through email, ensuring personalized support. You will learn Students will gain foundational knowledge of CSR and EU sustainability regulations, learn to apply the Financial Reporting Directive, develop skills in CO2 budgeting and SBTi, GRI standards, conduct double-materiality assessments, and implement sustainability reporting through case studies. This course prepares students to align business strategies with evolving sustainability expectations Who is the course for? The course is suitable for professionals seeking to reskill or upskill in sustainability reporting. The course is aimed at economists, business consultants, sustainability officers, financial analysts, sustainability controllers, ESG specialists, sustainability managers, sustainability reporting specialists. The course i suitable for persons with a bachelor's or master’s degree in economics, business, management, entrepreneurship, or related fields that have a basic understanding of financial and sustainability concepts, university-level proficiency in English, and an interest in working and studying towards meaningful change in their professional lives.

An introduction to the challenges that both public leadership and governance face in an increasingly digital and globalized world. The content is based on theories and models with global applicability, and uses examples on how Swedish public leadership and governance have met real crises. About the course This course is an accessible introduction to the challenges that both public leadership and governance face in an increasingly digital and globalized world. The content is based on theories and models with global applicability, and uses examples on how Swedish public leadership and governance have met real crises such as climate change, COVID-19, migration crisis, ageing population. The course provides an understanding of how public leadership and governance can address digitalization in sustainable ways building on Swedish illustrations. Topic covered by the course You will get an comprehensive introduction to the challenges that public leadership and governance structure will face through digitalization process.Engage with the topic through your own work and reflection and practice on peer-review on a particular topic.Engage with a selection of relevant and up-to date literature that will be accessible through the course.Who can take the course?The course is open to everyone and free. There are no requirements for prior knowledge or special qualifications to participate in the course. Course structure The course is web-based and is conducted entirely remotely via a web-based course platform. It is divided into four modules: First module will give an overarching introduction to the overall concepts of sustainability, digitalization and democracy. We will be staying mostly conceptual and theoretical in the first week. At the end of the week there will be a digital quiz and an scrapbook assignment. Second module there will be a discussion around institutions and what digitalization has meant looking at practical examples such as Transportation agency and the Linköping Municipality. At the end of the week there will be a digital quiz and an scrapbook assignment. Third week will delve more into the practical implications of diglitalisation for areas such as E-government, social services and health care. At the end of the week there will be a digital quiz and an scrapbook assignment. The last module will be based around self-study and the compilation of a scrapbook that will be uploaded to Lisam and then discussed and reviewed in an online forum setting. Each participant will produce one scrapbook and review three different scrapbooks during the last module.