CLIM075 - Climate Change and Infrastructure Risk Assessment - the PIEVC Protocol
Course Description
Learn from experts from the Climate Risk Institute. Explore the PIEVC Protocol (Public Infrastructure Engineering Vulnerability Committee) and other crucial tools for assessing climate risks to public infrastructure. This course provides you with practical insights and hands-on practice in using these tools to evaluate vulnerability to extreme weather and future climate impacts. You'll learn systematic risk assessment and documentation, empowering you to address current and future climate challenges effectively.
You can learn more about the PIEVC Protocol here, or from the CRI website.
This course is offered in partnership with The Climate Risk Institute:
Please note: This course is not eligible for the Lifelong Learning Alumni Discount.
Course Outline
In this course, you will explore:
- Historical climate trends and methods for projecting future climate
- Acquiring and applying climate data in infrastructure assessments
- Principles of risk assessment and practical use of PIEVC tools
- Hands-on experience with climate change risk assessment for various infrastructure examples
- Formulating strategies and recommendations for addressing infrastructure climate vulnerabilities
- Collaboration within multi-disciplinary teams to tackle climate change impacts on infrastructure
This course applies toward the following program:
Learner Outcomes
In this course, you will:
- Gain deeper insights into climate change impacts on public infrastructure
- Familiarize yourself with historical climate trends and future climate projections
- Develop foundational knowledge of risk assessment principles and PIEVC tools
- Acquire practical experience in conducting climate change risk assessments
- Learn to formulate effective strategies to address infrastructure climate vulnerabilities
- Understand the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration in addressing climate change impacts on infrastructure