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DES419Social Sciences3 Unitsintermediate

Industrialisation and Development

This course explores the multifaceted dimensions of industrialization and its impact on development. It begins with an overview of pre-industrial modes of production and the industrial revolution, examining its causes and consequences. The course delves into classical, radical, and contemporary theories of industrial development, including mercantilism, Marxism, and dependency theory. It further investigates industrialization in Africa and Asia, addressing challenges, drawbacks, and pathways towards sustainable practices, while also examining the impact of COVID-19.

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25h
Study Time
13
Weeks
2h
Per Week
basic
Math Level
Course Keywords
IndustrializationDevelopmentAfricaTheoriesSustainability

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
➕
Math Level
Basic Math
📖
Learning Type
Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Pre-industrial modes of production

2

Industrial Revolution

3

Classical Theories of Industrialization

4

Radical Theories of Industrialization

5

Contemporary Theories of Industrialization

6

Industrialization in Africa

7

Industry and Environment

8

Industrialization and Urbanization

9

COVID-19 and Industrialization

10

Sustainable Industrialization

Total Topics10 topics

Requirements

Knowledge and skills recommended for success

Basic knowledge of economics and social sciences

💡 Don't have all requirements? Don't worry! Many students successfully complete this course with basic preparation and dedication.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

Assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Tutor-Marked Assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Final Examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Career Opportunities

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Policy Analyst

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Development Officer

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Environmental Consultant

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Sustainability Manager

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Economic Planner

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

ManufacturingEnergyAgricultureTechnologyEnvironmental ManagementUrban Planning

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: Industrialisation - An Overview

3h

Unit 1: Pre-industrial modes of production

3 study hours
  • •Read the introduction to understand the concept of mode of production.
  • •Identify and describe the five pre-industrial modes of production.
  • •Analyze the technologies used in each mode for productive activities.
  • •Reflect on the differences between production-for-use and production-for-exchange.
Week
2

Module 1: Industrialisation - An Overview

3h

Unit 2: Early forms of industry in Europe

3 study hours
  • •Define early forms of industry and proto-industrialisation.
  • •Differentiate between family workshops, dispersed factories, and concentrated manufacture.
  • •Explain the putting-out system and the factory system.
  • •Discuss the transition from early industries to the industrial revolution.
Week
3

Module 1: Industrialisation - An Overview

3h

Unit 3: The industrial revolution

3 study hours
  • •Define the industrial revolution and its historical context.
  • •Identify and explain the causes of the industrial revolution, including key inventions.
  • •Analyze the impact of the spinning jenny, steam engine, coal, and iron ore.
  • •Discuss the role of population growth and agricultural revolution.
Week
4

Module 1: Industrialisation - An Overview

3h

Unit 4: Impacts of the industrial revolution

3 study hours
  • •Identify and explain the impacts of the industrial revolution.
  • •Discuss the emergence of the modern working class and increased productivity.
  • •Analyze the effects of extensive specialization and urbanization.
  • •Reflect on the long-term consequences of the industrial revolution.
Week
5

Module 2: Theories of Industrial Development

3h

Unit 1: Classical theories of industrialisation (mercantilism, Adam smith, max weber)

3 study hours
  • •Explain the meaning of mercantilism and its historical context.
  • •Discuss Adam Smith's critique of mercantilism and his theory of free markets.
  • •Analyze Max Weber's theory of industrialization based on religion and rationality.
  • •Compare and contrast the classical theories of industrialization.
Week
6

Module 2: Theories of Industrial Development

3h

Unit 2: Radical theories of Industrialisation (Karl Marx, Friedrich List, Joseph Schumpeter)

3 study hours
  • •Identify and discuss the radical theories of industrialization.
  • •Explain Karl Marx's view of industrialization and its impact on workers.
  • •Discuss Friedrich List's infant industry argument and protectionism.
  • •Analyze Joseph Schumpeter's theory of innovation and entrepreneurship.
Week
7

Module 2: Theories of Industrial Development

3h

Unit 3: Contemporary theories of Industrialisation

3 study hours
  • •Explain the stages of growth theory and its limitations.
  • •Discuss dependency theory and its critique of modernization theory.
  • •Analyze the relationship between developed and underdeveloped countries.
  • •Compare and contrast contemporary theories of industrialization.
Week
8

Module 2: Theories of Industrial Development

3h

Unit 4: World Systems Theory and industrial development

3 study hours
  • •Explain world systems theory and its key components.
  • •Discuss the roles of core, semi-periphery, and periphery countries.
  • •Analyze how industrial development is shaped by the world system.
  • •Reflect on the implications of world systems theory for industrialization.
Week
9

Module 3: Industrialisation in Africa & Asia

3h

Unit 1: Industrialisation and development in Nigeria

3 study hours
  • •Define industrialization and discuss Nigeria's efforts at industrialization.
  • •Explain import substitution and its outcomes.
  • •Analyze the indigenization policy and its impact.
  • •Discuss the structural adjustment program (SAP) and its characteristics.
Week
10

Module 3: Industrialisation in Africa & Asia

3h

Unit 2: Industrialisation in Liberia

3 study hours
  • •Explain Liberia's efforts towards industrialization.
  • •Discuss the legal and regulatory reforms.
  • •Analyze the promotion of better practices.
  • •Explain the meaning of infrastructural development.
Week
11

Module 3: Industrialisation in Africa & Asia

3h

Unit 3: Industrialisation in Rwanda

3 study hours
  • •Understand policy regimes deployed to venture into industrialisation by the Rwandan government
  • •Explain Vision 2020 and its objectives.
  • •Discuss Rwanda's economic outlook before and after Vision 2020.
  • •Analyze the factors contributing to Rwanda's economic growth.
Week
12

Module 3: Industrialisation in Africa & Asia

3h

Unit 4: Industrialisation and the emergence of the Asian Tigers

3 study hours
  • •Identify the four countries qualified as Asian Tigers
  • •Explain why they are called Asian Tigers
  • •Understand and describe factors that led to their industrialisation
  • •Discuss the strategies adopted by the Asian Tigers for economic growth.
Week
13

Module 4: Industrialisation and Development: Challenges & Drawbacks

3h

Unit 1: Industry and environment

3 study hours
  • •Understand the meaning of environment
  • •Understand the meaning of pollution
  • •Describe and explain the impact of industry on the environmental
  • •Explain the relationship between industry and the environment.
  • •Discuss the causes and impacts of industrial pollution on water, soil, and air.
  • •Analyze measures to reduce industrial pollution and promote sustainability.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create a timeline of key events and inventions during the Industrial Revolution (Units 3-4).

2

Develop concept maps linking classical, radical, and contemporary theories of industrialization (Module 2).

3

Compare and contrast the industrialization strategies of Nigeria, Liberia, and Rwanda (Module 3).

4

Analyze case studies of successful and unsuccessful industrialization efforts in Africa (Module 3).

5

Research current environmental regulations and policies related to industrial activities in your country (Module 4).

6

Practice writing essays on the challenges and opportunities for sustainable industrialization in Africa (Module 4).

7

Review all Tutor Marked Assignments (TMAs) and focus on areas where you had difficulty.

8

Allocate specific study time for each module, prioritizing those with higher weightage in the final examination.

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