Environmental impact assessment, waste reduction strategies, and energy efficiency in industrial processes.
Course overview
This course introduces the principles of sustainable manufacturing in an industrial context. You will learn how to assess the environmental footprint of production processes and identify opportunities for improvement. The focus is on practical strategies for reducing waste and increasing energy efficiency in real-world manufacturing settings.
You will explore lifecycle assessment methodologies, material flow analysis, and energy auditing techniques. The course covers current regulatory frameworks and industry best practices for reducing environmental impact while maintaining operational efficiency.
Who takes this course
MFGT 1880 is an elective course available to students in the Mechanical Engineering Technology program. It is open to other engineering technology students who have completed their first year of studies.
Prerequisites
There are no prerequisites for this course. However, students are expected to have a basic understanding of industrial processes and energy systems from their first-year coursework.
Learning outcomes
- Evaluate the environmental impact of manufacturing processes using standard lifecycle assessment tools.
- Identify and recommend waste reduction strategies to minimize material scrap and hazardous by-products.
- Calculate energy consumption metrics and propose efficiency improvements for industrial systems.
- Analyze regulatory requirements and industry standards related to sustainable manufacturing practices.
Evaluation
| Component | Weight |
|---|---|
| Mid-term exam | 30% |
| Waste audit project | 30% |
| Energy efficiency report | 25% |
| Final exam | 15% |
Credits: 3 · Hours: 45
Prerequisites
None
Learning outcomes
- Evaluate the environmental impact of manufacturing processes using standard lifecycle assessment tools.
- Identify and recommend waste reduction strategies to minimize material scrap and hazardous by-products.
- Calculate energy consumption metrics and propose efficiency improvements for industrial systems.
- Analyze regulatory requirements and industry standards related to sustainable manufacturing practices.
Evaluation
| Component | Weight (%) |
| Mid-term exam | 30 |
| Waste audit project | 30 |
| Energy efficiency report | 25 |
| Final exam | 15 |