SU-U3

Safety and Recycling

learning objectives:

Students will develop comprehensive knowledge of safety in the use of chemicals, focusing on human health and safety aspects in final applications, and will explore safety considerations in recycling within the Safe and Sustainable by Design (SSbD) methodology. They will assess chemical hazards, understand material properties, and learn principles of designing for recycling.The student is expected to be able to:1. Identify and assess physical, toxicity, and ecotoxicity hazards of chemicals, and implement proper safety measures in handling and use;2. Analyze and apply material properties and structural knowledge to ensure safety and performance in various applications, with an emphasis on sustainable practices;3. Design materials and products with recycling in mind, considering lifecycle assessment and material recovery.

Modules contained in this course unit:
SU4
Properties of Materials and New Materials
SU5
Design for Recycling
SU1
Hazard and Safety in Chemistry