Intendierte Lernergebnisse
The intended learning outcome of this lecture series is to gain a basic understanding of the imperative nature of sustainability in the context and through the lens of computer science. Our goal is to make you realize how vital sustainability is in computer science, show you research solutions, and inspire a better and more sustainable future.
Lehrmethodik inkl. Einsatz von eLearning-Tools
The course employs a dynamic teaching approach that involves a weekly format of engaging 45-minute presentations followed by interactive 15-minute discussion sessions.
Inhalt/e
Sustainability is not an optional feature. Targeting economic, social, and ecological issues through sustainable development has become a must, not least since the publication of the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals in 2015.Computer Science (CS), and more prominently and recently, Artificial Intelligence (AI), is hailed as the solution to many sustainability problems (and yes, it is!). Still, energy efficiency and CO2 reduction must be considered to ensure fair and ecological use of resources. Hence, dealing with CS and sustainability involves two faces of the same coin: Sustainability with CS, often referred to as “Computational Sustainability”, and Sustainability for CS, commonly known as “Sustainable CS”.This lecture series is the first of its kind in Austria, with all Austrian CS departments and faculties participating. We want to raise awareness for the utmost importance of sustainability in CS, demonstrating research solutions to various problems, and triggering developments for a sustainable future.
Erwartete Vorkenntnisse
A genuine curiosity about the subject matter is essential, and while not mandatory, prior attendance of the course Introduction to Computer Science (Einführung in die Informatik) is beneficial.
Curriculare Anmeldevoraussetzungen
There are no formal criteria for enrolling this course.
Literatur
Some literature recommendations will be given as part of the weekly lectures.Link auf weitere Informationenhttps://informatics.tuwien.ac.at/news/2467