Regulatory frameworks and technologies for waste minimization and emission control in industry.
About the course
This course examines the regulatory environment governing industrial operations, with a focus on power generation and process engineering. You will study the legal frameworks that dictate how facilities manage waste and control emissions. The curriculum covers both the technical side of pollution control equipment and the administrative side of maintaining compliance.
Case studies from regional manufacturers and power plants illustrate how engineers apply these standards in daily operations. You will learn to identify compliance gaps and propose practical solutions that meet regulatory requirements without compromising production goals.
Who takes this course
POWR 3440 is an elective for students in Power Engineering Technician and Chemical Process Technology. It is also open to students in the Bachelor of Applied Technology — Advanced Manufacturing program.
Credits: 3 · Hours: 45
Prerequisites
- POWR 1670 Industrial Safety Standards
- POWR 3970 Process Safety Management
Learning outcomes
- Interpret federal and provincial environmental regulations affecting power and process operations
- Evaluate waste minimization strategies for industrial plant processes
- Analyze emission control technologies and their operational requirements
- Develop compliance documentation for environmental audits
- Assess the environmental impact of process changes using standard metrics
Evaluation
| Component | Weight (%) |
| Midterm examination | 30 |
| Compliance case study report | 40 |
| Final examination | 30 |