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Composting Facility Operation
Certificate
Course Details
| Course Code | SG_SCOMP_S06 |
|---|---|
| Level | 6 |
| Duration | 1 semester |
| Credits | 10 |
| Method of Delivery | Blended |
| Campus Locations | Sligo |
| Mode of Delivery | Part Time |
Course Overview
This course provides compost operators, regulators of facilities and anyone interested in starting a composting facility with practical knowledge of composting, how to produce a high quality compost product and how to be compliant with all the regulations. The course was developed by Cré- Composting and Anaerobic Digestion Association of Ireland in co-operation with ATU Sligo (formerly IT Sligo) in 2007. To date, 142 people have completed this course. Attendees on the course have been Local Authority/ Environmental Protection Agency Enforcement staff, compost operators, compost facility developers and technology providers. The course allows participants to satisfy the general Environmental Protection Agency requirement for a suitably qualified and experienced facility manager to operate a licenced composting facility.
Composting Operator Training Programme Content
Definitions and Biology of Composting
Composting Process
Composting Technologies
Process Control
Potential Environmental Impacts & Environmental Management
Compliance with Regulatory Framework
Health and Safety
Facility Maintenance
Compost Uses and Marketing
Community Relations
The programme is limited to a maximum of 30 students per programme. The programme is provided and managed by the Atlantic Technological University, Sligo on behalf of Cré.
Course Details
Year 1
| Semester | Module Details | Credits | Mandatory / Elective |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Compost Facility OperationsThis module is designed for compost operators, regulators of facilities and anyone interested in starting a composting facility with the theoretical and practical knowledge on how to compost properly, how to produce a high quality compost product and how to be compliant with legal obligations. Learning Outcomes 1. Know how to compost properly. |
10 | Mandatory |
Recommended Study Hours per week
The programme is delivered over 6 days, comprising three blocks of 2 days over a period of two months.
Examination and Assessment
Students are required to complete reports of site visits and other assignments and to undertake an exam at the end of the course.
On-Campus Attendance Requirement
The course comprises lectures and site visits to a large green waste composting facility (windrow technology), a small green waste composting facility and food waste composting facility (In- vessel/Animal By- Product Facility).
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Entry Requirements
If you are interested in this programme please contact Cré by emailing Tony@cre.ie
Testimonial
“Broadness of speakers/items covered was excellent. Group exercises were a fantastic example of how everyone comes up with different ideas. The interaction was also an excellent way to meet and converse with others” “I now have a great insight into the composting industry in Ireland”
Katie O’Neill , Atkins Ireland Ltd.
Fees
Total Fees EU: €1950
Fees for this course are paid directly to Cré.
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Application Closing Date
Tuesday, January 7th, 2025.
Start Date
January 2025
Who Should Apply?
This programme is suitable for local authority or Environmental Protection Agency enforcement staff, compost operators, compost facility developers and technology providers.
Contact Information
If you are interested in this programme please contact Cré by emailing Tony@cre.ie
Department
Environmental Science
