Engineer’s Guide to Recycling Technologies
This course introduces participants to the various recycling technologies used to manage waste and contribute to sustainability. It covers mechanical, chemical, biological, and emerging recycling techniques for plastics, metals, glass, e-waste, and other materials. Participants will explore real-world applications, challenges, and innovations in recycling technologies. The course also includes a capstone project where teams will propose a recycling solution for a specific waste stream.
Course Duration:
16 Hours
Level:
Fundamental
Objectives:
Understand the importance of recycling in sustainability and the circular economy.
Learn various recycling methods: mechanical, chemical, and biological.
Gain insights into the recycling of plastics, metals, glass, and e-waste.
Explore emerging technologies like AI, robotics, and pyrolysis for improving recycling efficiency.
Design and implement recycling systems at the community level.
Apply knowledge to propose a recycling solution in a capstone project.
Prerequisites:
None. The course is suitable for beginners and those interested in learning about recycling technologies



