This course explores current provincial and national waste management practices. Topics include waste collection, materials recovery facilities (MRFs), Extended Producer Responsibilities, recycling and hazardous waste facilities, sustainable development, and landfills. Students will use an integrated waste management approach to discuss and evaluate the technical and economic feasibility of proposed projects using case studies and real-world examples. Landfill site selection, waste diversion opportunities, development of waste management system applications, site closure, and post-operational uses will also be discussed. This course will include a field trip to a waste management facility.