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| Quellcurriculum |
Masterstudium Polymer Engineering and Science 2026W |
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Kompetenzen |
(*)After successful completion of the course, students are able to:
- understand and critically assess the challenges and opportunities associated with plastic recycling in different market segments. (k2, k4)
- explain the principles of Design for Recycling (DfR) and evaluate their relevance for plastic products within a specific market segment. (k2, k4)
- analyze an existing, segment-specific product with regard to its Design for Recycling status, develop an improved DfR solution, and critically discuss the limitations of different DfR approaches. (k4, k5)
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Kenntnisse |
(*)Students are able to:
- identify recycling-related challenges for plastic products in specific market segments. (k3)
- select appropriate Design for Recycling principles for a given product and application. (k3)
- analyze existing plastic products with respect to material choice, product architecture, and recyclability. (k4)
- assess the compatibility of product designs with established recycling processes. (k4)
- develop segment-specific Design for Recycling concepts and redesign proposals. (k5)
- compare different DfR strategies and evaluate their technical and practical feasibility. (k4)
- critically discuss limitations and trade-offs of Design for Recycling solutions. (k5)
- apply theoretical DfR principles to practical case studies. (k4)
- communicate Design for Recycling analyses and solutions clearly in written and oral form. (k3)
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(*)Students acquire knowledge of:
- the role of plastics recycling within the circular economy, including current challenges and regulatory aspects. (k2)
- market-segment-specific requirements influencing recycling strategies for plastic products. (k2)
- fundamental principles, guidelines, and strategies of Design for Recycling (DfR). (k2)
- material selection criteria for recyclable plastic products. (k2)
- compatibility of product designs with mechanical and chemical recycling processes. (k2)
- common plastics recycling technologies and their technical limitations. (k2)
- best-practice examples and innovative approaches in recyclable product design. (k2)
- environmental impacts of plastic products across the life cycle, with emphasis on end-of-life scenarios. (k2)
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| Beurteilungskriterien |
(*)Assessment in this course will be diverse, incorporating a range of methods to evaluate students' understanding and application of DfR concepts. This may include individual and group projects, presentations, written assignments, quizzes, and class participation.
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| Lehrmethoden |
(*)Through a mix of theoretical inputs, practical case studies, and hands-on exercises, students will gain a comprehensive understanding of the principles and methods behind effective design for recycling strategies. The course covers a variety of topics including proper material selection, product design optimization, and compatibility with recycling processes.
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| Abhaltungssprache |
Englisch |
| Literatur |
(*)Norbert Niessner, Recycling of Plastics, Hanser Verlag
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| Lehrinhalte wechselnd? |
Ja |
| Sonstige Informationen |
(*)The circular economy is a critical aspect of addressing the global plastics pollution crisis. In a circular economy, the goal is a material circulation, with recycling as the last option. It is essential that we rethink the design, use, and reuse of plastics. This course delves into the multifaceted field of designing plastics with a focus on recyclability, exploring innovative best-case examples, material substitution approaches, technologies, and sustainable practices to mitigate environmental impact.
This course is recommended towards the end of the Master's programme.
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