Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya · BarcelonaTech

Solid Waste (2500227) – Course 2025/26 PDF

Contents

Circular economy concept. Solid waste generating activities. Characterization of contamination by solid waste. Legislation relating to solid waste. Practice on characterization and classification of waste

Specific Objectives

introduce the concept of Circular Economy Know the applicable legislation on waste

Dedication

10h Large group + 4h Laboratory classes + 19h 36m Self Study
Total: 33h 36m

Waste pre-treatment processes Physical treatment processes. Chemical treatment processes. Biological treatment processes. Waste incineration. Solidification/inerting technologies. Waste deposition. Analysis and selection of process alternatives Practice on waste treatment processes

Specific Objectives

Analyze industrial waste treatment processes.

Dedication

18h Large group + 10h Laboratory classes + 39h 12m Self Study
Total: 67h 12m

Technological alternatives: clean production Technological alternatives: minimization Practice on alternative waste management technologies to promote the circular economy

Specific Objectives

Perform synthesis, analysis and evaluation of alternatives for minimization and recovery of waste.

Dedication

6h Large group + 3h Laboratory classes + 12h 36m Self Study
Total: 21h 36m

Circular economy strategies Practical cases of circular economy in the urban and industrial field Practice on the application of circular economy strategies to reduce waste generation

Specific Objectives

Apply Circular Economy Strategies to reduce waste generation.

Dedication

6h Large group + 3h Laboratory classes + 12h 36m Self Study
Total: 21h 36m