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Green Computing

Environmentally Responsible and Sustainable ICT

Sustainable Computing Course

Green Computing for a Sustainable Digital Future

Green Computing introduces students to energy-efficient computing, sustainable ICT practices, e-waste management, green data centers, and environmentally responsible technology design.

Course Overview

About Green Computing

This course helps students understand how computing technologies can be designed, used, and managed to reduce environmental impact.

Course Description

Green Computing focuses on the environmentally sustainable use of computers, servers, networks, data centers, and digital services. Students will learn how technology affects energy consumption, carbon footprint, electronic waste, and long-term sustainability.

The course also discusses practical strategies such as virtualization, cloud optimization, energy-aware software design, responsible device usage, recycling, and sustainable ICT policy.

Course Information

  • Course Title: Green Computing
  • Department: Computer Science and Engineering
  • Institution: East West University, Bangladesh
  • Course Type: Theory / Project-Based Learning
  • Focus Area: Sustainable ICT and Energy Efficiency
Main Topics

What Students Will Learn

Key topics are organized into short learning modules for easier understanding.

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Green IT Concepts

Introduction to sustainable computing, environmental impact, and green technology principles.

Energy Efficiency

Energy-aware hardware, software optimization, low-power systems, and efficient resource usage.

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Green Data Centers

Cooling, server utilization, virtualization, cloud computing, and power management.

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E-Waste Management

Responsible disposal, recycling, reuse, lifecycle assessment, and electronic waste reduction.

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Cloud and Virtualization

How cloud platforms and virtualization can improve resource utilization and reduce waste.

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Carbon Footprint

Measuring ICT-related emissions and understanding sustainable digital transformation.

Course Video

Course Introduction Video

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Student Activities

Marks, Attendance, and Activities

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Activity Marks Assignment Marks Project Marks Quiz Marks Mid Exam Marks Attendance Report
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Course Materials

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Mid Exam Notes

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Final Exam Notes

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Books

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Assignments

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Course Instructor

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The instructor will guide students through sustainable computing concepts, green technology practices, energy-efficient ICT design, and environmental responsibility in digital systems.

Students are encouraged to attend classes regularly, complete assignments, participate in class discussions, and connect theory with real-world sustainability problems.