E-Waste Science and Technology

E-Waste is a world-wide problem due to the huge quantities of electronics devices we consume then discard and the hazards of the materials in the devices. The student will comprehend the sources of E-Waste, analyze effects on the environment, evaluate solutions to the problems, and design E-Waste management strategies using the "4-Rs" --- Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, Remanufacture.

  Week 1
Module overview, E-Waste sources and effects, project assignment (option), class and lab procedures.
Week 2
Materials and elements inside PC, chemical and physical properties (Periodic Chart), materials hazards.
Week 3
E-Waste harms the environment and humans. The water cycle and how it can be contaminated. Potential hazards to humans (science of toxicology).
Week 4
Some solutions to E-Waste, the 4-Rs, public awareness and producer responsibility, EPA, local laws.
Week 5
A closer look at one strategy-recycling, processes, technologies, economics, remanufacturing.
Week 6
Students respond to needs and create a sustainable recycling enterprise.
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What is E-Waste-Attention Grabber and Motivation Activities-Reading Assignments


E-Waste Chemistry-Attention Grabber and Motivation Activities-Reading Assignments


Environmental Effects of E-Waste-Attention Grabber and Motivation Activities-Reading Assignments


E-Waste Solutions-Attention Grabber and Motivation Activities-Reading Assignments


Recycling Processes and Technology-Attention Grabber and Motivation Activities-Reading Assignments


Recycling Business Planning-Attention Grabber and Motivation Activities-Reading Assignments

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What is E-Waste?-Lecture-Guided Discussion-Theory


E-Waste Chemistry-Lecture-Guided Discussion-Theory


Environmental Effects of E-Waste-Lecture-Guided Discussion-Theory


E-Waste Solutions-Lecture-Guided Discussion-Theory


Recycling Processes and Technology-Lecture-Guided Discussion-Theory


Recycling Business Planning-Lecture-Guided Discussion-Theory

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What is E-Waste-Laboratory Activity Options-Guided Practice


E-Waste Chemistry-Laboratory Activity Options-Guided Practice


Environmental Effects of E-Waste-Laboratory Activity Options-Guided Practice


E-Waste Solutions-Laboratory Activity Options-Guided Practice


Recycling Processes and Technology-Laboratory Activity Options-Guided Practice


Recycling Business Planning-Laboratory Activity Options-Guided Practice

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What is E-Waste-Laboratory Activity Options-Guided Practice


E-Waste Chemistry-Laboratory Activity Options-Guided Practice


Environmental Effects of E-Waste-Laboratory Activity Options-Guided Practice


E-Waste Solutions-Laboratory Activity Options-Guided Practice


Recycling Processes and Technology-Laboratory Activity Options-Guided Practice


Recycling Business Planning-Laboratory Activity Options-Guided Practice

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What is E-Waste-Evaluation Options-Student Presentations


E-Waste Chemistry-Evaluation Options-Student Presentations


Environmental Effects of E-Waste-Evaluation Options-Student Presentations


E-Waste Solutions-Evaluation Options-Student Presentations


Recycling Processes and Technology-Evaluation Options-Student Presentations


Recycling Business Planning-Evaluation Options-Student Presentations