Module Information
Module Identifier
BEM4405
Module Title
Waste Resource Management 3 (Waste valorisation)
Academic Year
2024/2025
Co-ordinator
Semester
Distance Learning
Other Staff
Course Delivery
Assessment
| Assessment Type | Assessment length / details | Proportion |
|---|---|---|
| Semester Assessment | Online Quiz Pass Mark = 70% | 100% |
| Supplementary Assessment | Online Quiz Pass Mark = 70% | 100% |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module students should be able to:
Demonstrate an understanding of how valorisation opportunities can be identified
Identify the advantages and disadvantages of plastic packaging for food
Brief description
This course will provide an introduction to waste-stream valourisation, with a focus identifying valourisation opportunities in the agrifood sector. We will also explore the advantages and disadvantages of plastic packaging in terms of waste creation and reduction
Content
Through a series of online lectures, guided reading and quizzes, students will explore different food waste valorisation systems and approaches to recycling packaging and other waste resources
Module Skills
| Skills Type | Skills details |
|---|---|
| Creative Problem Solving | The MCQ exam will pose questions that present theoretical problems for the students to solve. |
| Critical and analytical thinking | Students will be expected to synthesise complex information |
| Digital capability | Students will be required to examine and synthesize quantitative data from a range of publications and databases to develop answers for their MCQ exam |
Notes
This module is at CQFW Level 7