ENVR09032 2019 Environmental Licensing and Industrial Efficiency
Full Title
Environmental Licensing and Industrial Efficiency
Transcript Title
Environmental Licensing and In
Code
ENVR09032
Attendance
N/A %
Subject Area
ENVR - Environmental Science
Department
ESCI - Environmental Science
Level
09 - Level 9
Credit
10 - 10 Credits
Duration
Semester
Fee
€
Start Term
2019 - Full Academic Year 2019-20
End Term
9999 - The End of Time
Author(s)
Ann-Marie Duddy, Steve Tonry
Programme Membership
SG_SEHSM_M09 201900 Master of Science in Environmental, Health and Safety Management
SG_SEHSM_G09 201900 Postgraduate Diploma in Science in Environmental, Health and Safety Management
Description
This module will introduce the learner to the concept of industrial efficiency in relation to the use of raw materials (including energy and water) and in the context of national, EU and international drivers. The learner will become familiar with environmental licensing and its role in increasing resource efficiency in specified facilities. Industrial efficiency in SME's will also be explored.
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this module the learner will/should be able to;
1.
Demonstrate a detailed knowlege and understanding of the background, current status, and policy implications related to resource (energy/water/raw materials) use and management.
2.
Demonstrate a knowledge of the environmental licensing process for regulating activities that have significant polluting potential and critically review a licence application for a specified industrial activity.
3.
Apply an holistic approach to resource efficiency within specified resource efficiency frameworks (e.g. BAT, Cleaner Production, etc)
4.
Appraise relevant guidance tools, and develop an appropriate auditing checklist for a specified activity.
5.
Undertake a resource efficiency audit for a specified activity and effectively communicate an action plan to improve resource efficiency.
Teaching and Learning Strategies
The students will be exposed to a blend of learning activities e.g. online lectures (via adobe connect or similar), independent learning and directed learning. This approach is expected to address various student learning needs. Moodle will be used to upload educational material (e.g. powerpoint presentations, recordings of online lectures and supplementary reading material) and a means of assessment (e.g. quizzes, uploading assignments and journals). The online delivery may be blended with workshops to bring the learners together to facilitate group learning.
Module Assessment Strategies
Continuous assessment - 50%, Final exam-50%. Regular assessments may be undertaken via moodle and assignments delivered as per module requirements. Students may be assessed individually or in group environments with a strong emphasis on continual improvement and skill building.
Repeat Assessments
Repeat assessment, where relevant, will involve assignment, assessment or examination that provides evidence that the student has met the subject and topic learning outcomes to the required standard.
Indicative Syllabus
Demonstrate a detailed knowledge and understanding of the background, current status, and policy implications related to resource (energy/water/raw materials) use and management.
- Resource use worldwide and in Ireland.
- Current status of energy, water and material reserves and usage patterns.
- Pressures on Industry to improve environmental performance and reduce costs. Introduction on how industrial efficiency can achieve both.
- Relevant EU and Irish policy.
Understand the environmental licensing process for regulating activities that have significant polluting potential.
- Categories of licences - IE, IPC, Waste activity Licences and permits.
- The stages of the licensing process.
Apply an holistic approach to resource efficiency within specified resource efficiency frameworks (e.g. BAT, Cleaner Production, etc)
- Resource Efficiency Frameworks e.g. BAT, Cleaner Production, Lean Manufacturing
- Waste Management hierarchy
Appraise relevant guidance tools, and develop an appropriate auditing checklist for, a specified activity.
- Industry best practice guidance documents for specific sectors.
- BAT guidance documents.
- Audit development
Undertake a resource efficiency audit for a specified activity and effectively communicate an action plan to improve resource efficiency.
- Audit implementation
- Audit recommendations
- Management review
Coursework & Assessment Breakdown
Coursework & Continuous Assessment
50 %
End of Semester / Year Formal Exam
50 %
Coursework Assessment
| Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Review a licence application | Coursework Assessment | Assessment | 25 % | Week 5 | 1,2 |
| 2 | Resource Effciciency Audit | Coursework Assessment | Assignment | 25 % | Week 13 | 3,4,5 |
End of Semester / Year Assessment
| Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Exam | Final Exam | Closed Book Exam | 50 % | End of Semester | 1,2,3 |
Online Learning Mode Workload
| Type | Location | Description | Hours | Frequency | Avg Workload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lecture | Distance Learning Suite | Online Lecture | 2 | Weekly | 2.00 |
| Independent Learning | Not Specified | Self study | 10 | Weekly | 10.00 |
| Workshop / Seminar | Not Specified | Site visit/guest lectures | 4.5 | Once Per Semester | 0.30 |
| Directed Learning | Not Specified | Directed Learning | 1.7 | Weekly | 1.70 |
Total Online Learning Average Weekly Learner Contact Time 2.30 Hours
Module Resources
Journal Resources
Additional documents and reports will be provided to the learner via the module Moodle page. This will ensure that updates and changes to the content will be current and relevant.
URL Resources
www.epa.ie
www.seai.ie
http://eippcb.jrc.ec.europa.eu/reference/
www.enterprise-ireland.com
www.environ.ie
http://ec.europa.eu/environment/resource_efficiency/index_en.htm
http://ec.europa.eu/environment/circular-economy/index_en.htm
Other Resources
N/A
Additional Information
N/A