Bechkoum, K., Straughan, K. and Scobell, K. (2011) Towards a sustainable computing education. In: Proceedings of the 7th China-Europe International Symposium on Software Industry-Oriented Education. Northampton: The University of Northampton. pp. 121-125.
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| Abstract: | As computing and information technologies become ever more pervasive the costs of energy used by our computer systems are increasing, both in monetary terms and in terms of environmental impact. It is no surprise, therefore, that a great deal of interest is shown in devising strategies and techniques that would support a greener IT infrastructure and a more efficacious use of our computer systems. This paper highlights some of the work that is being carried out in this area with a specific emphasis on the role of the Higher Education sector. The paper discusses the leadership role of higher education in preparing students by providing them with the knowledge, understanding and skills to achieve a greater environmental sustainability in computing and IT infrastructures. A proposal, based on computing curriculum design and delivery, is presented. |
| Subjects: |
Q Science > QA Mathematics > QA75 Electronic computers. Computer science > QA76.27 Study and teaching. Research G Geography. Anthropology. Recreation > GE Environmental Sciences > GE195 Environmentalism. Green movement T Technology > T Technology (General) > T58.5 Information technology |
| Creators: | Bechkoum, Kamal, Straughan, K and Scobell, K |
| Funders or Sponsors: | MOE (Ministry of Education) Higher Education Dept., China, HIT (Harbin Institute of Technology), China, DIT (Dublin Institute of Technology), Ireland |
| Publisher: | The University of Northampton |
| Faculties, Divisions and Institutes: |
University Faculties, Divisions and Research Centres - OLD > School of Science and Technology (2010-2016) Faculties > Faculty of Arts, Science & Technology > Computing |
| Date: | May 2011 |
| Date Type: | Publication |
| Page Range: | pp. 121-125 |
| Title of Book: | Proceedings of the 7th China-Europe International Symposium on Software Industry-Oriented Education |
| Event Title: | 7th China-Europe International Symposium on Software Industry-Oriented Education (CEISIE 2011) |
| Event Dates: | 23-24 May 2011 |
| Place of Publication: | Northampton |
| Event Location: | The University of Northampton |
| Event Type: | Conference |
| Number of Pages: | 136 |
| Language: | English |
| Status: | Published / Disseminated |
| Refereed: | Yes |
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| URI: | http://nectar.northampton.ac.uk/id/eprint/3994 |
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