This module will introduce students to fundamental principles of waste management. Waste generation and waste characterisation are examined, as are techniques for waste collection, storage, transport, utilisation (including recycling and recovery) This module will develop and enhance learner knowledge and awareness of waste management strategies applicable at National, Regional and Local level. The module will provide students with an understanding of the legislation, definitions, concepts and strategies of waste management.
The syllabus includes the following elements:
- Waste management legislation – National and European
- Waste management plan regulations and practices
- The Waste Hierarchy
- Waste Prevention and the Circular Economy
- Waste Management Strategies-
- Recycling and Recovery
- Landfill,
- Composting
- Incineration
A variety of teaching methods will be used including lectures, site visits, group discussion, problem solving exercises to encourage self-directed learning and analysis of case studies to encourage participant analytical thinking
| Module Content & Assessment | |
|---|---|
| Assessment Breakdown | % |
| Formal Examination | 40 |
| Other Assessment(s) | 60 |