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Study postgraduate engineering online with Curtin University through Open Universities Australia. Explore all degrees, subjects and short courses now.

Electrical and Electronic Systems

Engineering Mechanics

Engineering Design and Innovation

Fluid and Energy Engineering

Project Management for Engineers

Engineering Materials

Sustainable Engineering Practice

Mathematical Methods for Engineers 2

Introduction to Engineering Physics

Mathematical Methods for Engineers 1

The subject will provide an overview of the concepts and principles of sustainable waste management. A critical approach to theories, techniques and methods of sustainable waste and resource management will be introduced in the course to enhance students’ knowledge and understanding on waste management. The subject will cover the subject areas of perceptions of waste, classification and characterization of waste, waste audit, 3R principles, waste collection, transportation, treatment technologies and safe disposal, performance evaluation, and strategy and policy regulation. In addition, the subject will cover the emerging concept of waste management such as ‘zero-waste’ in the context of circular economy.Please Note: If it’s your first time studying a Curtin University subject you’ll need to complete their compulsory ‘Academic Integrity Program’. It only takes two hours to complete online, and provides you with vital information about studying with Curtin University. The Academic Integrity Program is compulsory, so if it’s not completed your subject grades will be withheld.Find out more about the <a href="https://www.curtin.edu.au/students/essentials/rights/academic-integrity/aip/" target="_blank">Academic Integrity module</a>.

Explore how waste should be handled within the community to reduce its impact on the environment. Understand how waste is collected, transported and treated in Australia and across the world. Learn about better waste management practices.

Sustainable Waste Management

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