ENVR07028 2013 WASTE MANAGEMENT
Full Title
WASTE MANAGEMENT
Transcript Title
WASTE MANAGEMENT
Code
ENVR07028
Attendance
N/A %
Subject Area
ENVR - Environmental Science
Department
ESCI - Environmental Science
Level
07 - NFQ Level 7
Credit
05 - 05 Credits
Duration
Semester
Fee
€
Start Term
2013 - Full Academic Year 2013-14
End Term
2019 - Full Academic Year 2019-20
Author(s)
Declan Feeney, Steve Tonry, Ann-Marie Duddy
Programme Membership
SG_SENER_B07 201300 Bachelor of Science in Energy, Sustainability
SG_SENVI_J07 201300 Bachelor of Science in Science in Environmental Protection
SG_EENVE_B07 201400 Bachelor of Engineering in Environmental Engineering
SG_SSCIE_H08 201600 Bachelor of Science (Honours)
SG_SSCIE_H08 201700 Bachelor of Science (Honours)
Description
This module introduces waste management at both national, regional and organisational level. It covers waste classification and the concept of the waste management hierarchy and its application in various sectoral areas. Waste prevention/minimisation, re-use, recovery and diposal options and technologies are addressed and their environmental impacts assessed. The regulatory framework is also presented.
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this module the learner will/should be able to;
1.
Describe the various waste classification systems in common use.
2.
Explain the waste management hierarchy and describe its importance in achieving maximum resource efficiencies and promoting waste management options that do not adversely affect the environment
3.
Describe and evaluate the various mechanisms that are used to reduce the quantity and environmental impact of specified waste streams
4.
Discuss the main environmental and socio-economic impacts of current and proposed future national waste management strategies.
5.
Critically evaluate a waste facility site (and unit processes within the site) or a waste licence/permit
6.
Describe the operational and compliance monitoring requirements necessary to safeguard the environment in a selected large scale waste facilities.
Module Assessment Strategies
During the delivery of this module, self-learning is encouraged among students through the use of comprehensive on-line resources including voice-supported presentations, on-line notes, and formative assessments. Regular summative tests are used to encourage engagement with the module, monitor progress and provide feedback. This approach enables the student to take timely corrective action, in the event of failure to achieve the required standard, before the results significantly impact on the final grade.
Module Dependencies
Prerequisites
None
Co-requisites
None
Incompatibles
None
Indicative Syllabus
Waste classification
Major waste generating sectors
Characteristics and environmental impacts associated with waste streams generated from specified sectors
Elements of an effective waste management strategy
Roles and statutory responsibilities of various stakeholders in waste management issues (including local authorites, EPA, public sector, private sector, producers and holders of waste and waste hauliers)
Application of the waste management hierarchy/BAT
Introduction to waste prevention techniques (e.g. DfE, quality systems, green procurement, LCA
Introduction to waste management techniques including MBT, composting, anerobic digestion, incineration and landfill
Environmental monitoring associated with specified large scale waste management facilities
Producer responsibility initiatives and their role in reducing waste volumes and the environmental impacts associated with specified waste streams
Waste licence/permit applications
Coursework & Assessment Breakdown
Coursework & Continuous Assessment
50 %
End of Semester / Year Formal Exam
50 %
Coursework Assessment
| Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Written Report (x 2 sittings @ 10% each) | Continuous Assessment | UNKNOWN | 20 % | OnGoing | 1,3,6 |
| 2 | Written Report (Evaluation of waste site/waste licence) | Continuous Assessment | UNKNOWN | 30 % | Week 7 | 2,3,5,6 |
End of Semester / Year Assessment
| Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Final Exam | Final Exam | UNKNOWN | 50 % | End of Term | 1,2,3,4,6 |
Module Resources
Non ISBN Literary Resources
Cheremisinoff, Nicholas P. (2003) Handbook of solid waste management and waste minimization technologies Butterworth-Heinemann Amsterdam ; Boston
Department of Environment, Heritage and Local Government. 2005. Action at Work: A Guide for Large Organisations to Reduce, Reuse and Recycle.
Department of Environment, Heritage and Local Government , (2006) Best Practice Guidelines on the Preparation of Waste Management Plans for Construction and Demolition Projects
EPA, 2012 (or most recent), National Waste Database Report.
EPA, 2009, National Waste Prevention Programme (NWPP) Outline Work Plan 2009-2012
EPA, 2005, The Nature and Extent of Unauthorised Waste Activity in Ireland.
Limerick Clare Kerry Regional Waste Management Office (no date) Waste Prevention Guide for Industry & Business
Woodard & Curran, 2011, Industrial Waste Treatment Handbook, Butterworth-Heinemann, Oxford. (e-book)
Williams, Paul T. (2005) Waste treatment and disposal (2nd ed). Wiley Chichester, West Sussex ; Hoboken, NJ, USA
Note: Best Practice Guidelines in the areas of resource efficiency and waste management are under continual review. The student will be directed towards guidance notes from the following Agencies; Environmental Protection Agency, UK Environment Agency, EU IPPC Bureau , Cre and also towards case studies from the National Waste Prevention Programme, Clean Technology Centre and the CGPP and EPPS.
Other Resources
Access to computer suite for two sets of MCQs
Additional Information
None