Circular Economy for Chemical Engineers

Overview

This course will help chemical engineers understand the circular economy in the process industry as well as their role and responsibilities within material flow systems.  

Traditional business models in the processing industry are primarily based around a linear consumption model. Most high-volume process operations are perfect examples of the ‘take – make – use – dispose’ flow of materials. This training module aims to introduce the principles of a circular flow of materials within a sustainable economic mode.  A ‘systems engineering’ approach will be applied to the full product life cycle from cradle-to-grave and the tools and metrics needed to change to a circular economic model will be explained. 

As the Sustainability Hub assists chemical engineers in supporting the UN Sustainability Development Goals, this training course will be a key knowledge strand for setting a solid foundation towards making steps for achieving SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production aims and targets. 
 
IChemE members can obtain free access to this course by inputting a discount code. See below for more details.  

Already purchased this course? Log back into the IChemE Virtual Learning Zone to continue your learning. 

Learning outcomes

By the end of the course, you will gain an introductory level understanding of: 

• what transitioning to a circular economy means and how it applies to the chemical and processing industries
• your role and responsibilities in making this transition a reality 
• how to start thinking differently about production and consumption. 

Who will benefit

Chemical engineers at all levels, across all sectors, seeking to develop a better understanding of the circular economy. 

What do you get?

• Access to the on-demand course for six months (single user)
• Pre-recorded and interactive content including recommended further learning
• End-of-course assessment
• Automated end-of-course certificate, subject to successful completion of the assessment 

Course outline

• What is the circular economy? 
• The circular economy and the chemical and processing industries sectors 
• Chemical engineering in the circular economy 
• Circular economy in practice 
• Course assessment 
• Feedback survey 

Delivery

This on-demand course is delivered via IChemE’s Virtual Learning Zone (registration required). Delegates will be able to access the training course via their browser and complete the course at their own pace. You will have access to the course for six months and will be required to complete the course within this time frame. 

Free access to IChemE members

As part of the Sustainability Hub, IChemE members can currently obtain free access to this course by inputting a discount code. The code has been shared with members via: 

• Member News 
• Direct email campaigns 

If you cannot find the discount code, please contact us confirming your IChemE membership number. 

Purchasing for multiple users?

If purchasing for multiple users, you can benefit from the following discounts:

•    2-5 users – 25% discount 
•    6-10 users – 35% discount 
•    11-50 users – 50% discount 

After purchase, you will receive further information about how to provide your users' details. 

If you have more than 50 users, please contact sales@icheme.org to request a quotation. 

Train your team

This course can be delivered to in-house teams, either on-site or online. Content can be tailored to your specific requirements, and this could be a cost-effective option if you have several people requiring the training. To find out more and request a quotation, visit our in-company training page.