PERCCOM: A Master Program in Pervasive Computing and COMmunications for Sustainable Development
Jari Porras, Ahmed Seffah, Eric Rondeau (CRAN), Karl Andersson,, Klimova Alexandra (ITMO)

TL;DR
This paper introduces PERCCOM, a joint master's program combining ICT and sustainability, aimed at training professionals to develop eco-friendly cyber-physical systems through international collaboration and innovative education strategies.
Contribution
It details the design, structure, and implementation of a novel interdisciplinary master's program focused on sustainable ICT solutions, involving multiple universities and industry partners.
Findings
Successful program implementation across three countries
Active student engagement and industry involvement
Development of competencies for sustainable ICT solutions
Abstract
This paper presents the Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degree in Pervasive Computing and Communications for Sustainable Development (PERCCOM). This program brings together 11 academic partners and 8 industry partners to combine advanced Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) with environmental awareness to enable world-class education and unique competences for ICT professionals who can build cleaner, greener, more resource and energy efficient cyber-physical systems. First, this paper describes the rationale and motivations for ICT education for sustainability challenges. It then details the structure and contents of the programs including the courses offered at the three teaching locations (Nancy France, Lappeenranta Finland, and Lulea Sweden). The ways that the program has been running as well as students selection, their thesis works, involvement of industry, are also…
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Taxonomy
TopicsGreen IT and Sustainability · Sustainability in Higher Education · Recycling and Waste Management Techniques
