Fritz Brugger: Catalogue data in Spring Semester 2020 |
| Name | Dr. Fritz Brugger |
| Address | Professur für Entwicklungsökonomie ETH Zürich, CLD B 11 Clausiusstrasse 37 8092 Zürich SWITZERLAND |
| Telephone | +41 44 632 50 97 |
| fritz.brugger@nadel.ethz.ch | |
| Department | Humanities, Social and Political Sciences |
| Relationship | Lecturer |
| Number | Title | ECTS | Hours | Lecturers | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 860-0015-00L | Supply and Responsible Use of Mineral Resources I  | 3 credits | 2G | B. Wehrli, F. Brugger, K. Dolejs Schlöglova, S. Hellweg, C. Karydas | |
| Abstract | Students critically assess the economic, social, political, and environmental implications of extracting and using energy resources, metals, and bulk materials along the mineral resource cycle for society. They explore various decision-making tools that support policies and guidelines pertaining to mineral resources, and gain insight into different perspectives from government, industry, and NGOs. | ||||
| Learning objective | Students will be able to: - Explain basic concepts applied in resource economics, economic geology, extraction, processing and recycling technologies, environmental and health impact assessments, resource governance, and secondary materials. - Evaluate the policies and guidelines pertaining to mineral resource extraction. - Examine decision-making tools for mineral resource related projects. - Engage constructively with key actors from governmental organizations, mining and trading companies, and NGOs, dealing with issues along the mineral resource cycle. | ||||
| Prerequisites / Notice | Bachelor of Science, Architecture or Engineering, and enrolled in a Master's or PhD program at ETH Zurich. Students must be enrolled in this course in order to participate in the case study module course 860-0016-00 Supply and Responsible Use of Mineral Resources II. | ||||
| 860-0016-00L | Supply and Responsible Use of Mineral Resources II Prerequisite is 860-0015-00 Supply and Responsible Use of Mineral Resources I. Limited to 12 participants. First priority will be given to students enrolled in the Master of Science, Technology, and Policy Program. These students must confirm their participation by February 7th by registration through myStudies. Students on the waiting list will be notified at the start of the semester. | 3 credits | 2U | B. Wehrli, F. Brugger, S. Pfister | |
| Abstract | Students integrate their knowledge of mineral resources and technical skills to frame and investigate a commodity-specific challenge faced by countries involved in resource extraction. By own research they evaluate possible policy-relevant solutions, engaging in interdisciplinary teams coached by tutors and experts from natural social and engineering sciences. | ||||
| Learning objective | Students will be able to: - Integrate, and extend by own research, their knowledge of mineral resources from course 860-0015-00, in a solution-oriented team with mixed expertise - Apply their problem solving, and analytical skills to critically assess, and define a complex, real-world mineral resource problem, and propose possible solutions. - Summarize and synthesize published literature and expert knowledge, evaluate decision-making tools, and policies applied to mineral resources. - Document and communicate the findings in concise group presentations and a report. | ||||
| Prerequisites / Notice | Prerequisite is 860-0015-00 Supply and Responsible Use of Mineral Resources I. Limited to 12 participants. First priority will be given to students enrolled in the Master of Science, Technology, and Policy Program. These students must confirm their participation by February 7th by registration through MyStudies. Students on the waiting list will be notified at the start of the semester. | ||||
| 865-0044-00L | Evaluation of Projects Only for MAS/CAS in Development and Cooperation students, as well as specialists with at least 24 months of practical experience in international cooperation. ETH doctoral students working on topics related to poverty reduction in low- and middle income countries may also be admitted. Registration only through the NADEL administration office. | 2 credits | 3G | K. Schneider, F. Brugger | |
| Abstract | The course deals with different approaches and types of evaluations within the framework of development projects. The participants acquire knowledge and skills for the use of methods for the analysis of project processes and results and their use in project management. In order to deepen the understanding, practical project examples are focused on. | ||||
| Learning objective | The course enables to plan and manage evaluation processes effectively and efficiently. | ||||
| Content | - Purpose, design and implementation of evaluations - Evaluation Standards - Advantages and disadvantages of different evaluation methods - Quality assurance and implementation of evaluation results | ||||
| Prerequisites / Notice | Students of the course must fulfil requirements specified on the homepage of NADEL. Electronic registration may be done only after registration with NADEL secretariate. | ||||
| 865-0066-04L | ICT4D – Concepts, Strategies and Good Practices Only for MAS/CAS in Development and Cooperation students, as well as specialists with at least 24 months of practical experience in international cooperation. ETH doctoral students working on topics related to poverty reduction in low- and middle income countries may also be admitted. ETH MA/MSc students apply with a letter of motivation to the NADEL administration office. Registration only through the NADEL administration office. | 2 credits | 3G | F. Brugger | |
| Abstract | Information and communication technologies (ICTs) represent the deepest technical change experienced in international development. Digital development strategies need to be broader than ICT strategies. This course assesses the role of ICTs in development, discusses the existing evidence on the impact of ICT on development, and introduces key concepts and methods for ICT4D practice and strategy. | ||||
| Learning objective | Information and communication technologies (ICTs) represent the fastest and deepest technical change experienced in international development. By now, they affect every development sector – the work of farmers and micro-entrepreneurs, healthcare workers and microfinance institutions, social mobilization and political change. Yet, the ‘digital dividends’ are unevenly distributed and questions of ‘data justice’ in development are largely unexplored. To close the gap, just greater digital adoption will not be enough. Digital development strategies need to be broader than ICT strategies. This course helps to understand the role of ICTs in development, discusses the existing evidence on the impact of ICT on development, and introduces key concepts and methods for ICT4D practice and strategy. | ||||
| Content | • ICTs and development: the conceptual links • The impact of ICT on development: evidence from research • Digital revolution and its analog foundations • Concepts, strategies and components needed for ICT4D to work • ICT4D and project cycle management • Good practice in implementing ICT4D • Emerging technologies and models relevant for ICT-enabled development | ||||
| 865-0100-01L | Planning and Monitoring of Projects Only for MAS in Development and Cooperation students. Registration only through the NADEL administration office. | 1 credit | 2G | K. Schneider, F. Brugger, L. B. Nilsen | |
| Abstract | The course provides a deeper understanding of the methodological foundations of results-oriented planning and steering of development projects, with focus on complexity, uncertainty, and project management. | ||||
| Learning objective | The course participants are able to reflect upon experiences from the project assignment and to deepen his/her knowledge related to selected aspects of planning and monitoring of projects. | ||||
| Content | • Review of the project cycle and planning of projects • Complexity and uncertainty • Leadership and management | ||||
| Prerequisites / Notice | Students of the course must fulfill requirements specified on the homepage of NADEL. | ||||