Circular Economy Course in Urban Waste Management
About our
The Circular Economy in Urban Waste Management course explores the implementation of sustainable economic models in waste management. It focuses on strategies for reduction, reuse, and recycling (3Rs), and on the adoption of new technologies and approaches to minimize environmental impact and maximize resource value. The course covers topics such as life cycle assessment (LCA), environmental legislation, and public policies related to waste management, promoting the transition to a more circular and resilient economy.
The program fosters an understanding of business opportunities in the waste management sector, including energy recovery and the production of recycled materials. The course addresses the design of efficient management systems and the evaluation of the social and economic impact of circular economy initiatives. The training prepares participants for professional roles such as waste managers, environmental consultants, and entrepreneurs interested in developing innovative solutions for the sustainable management of resources.
Circular Economy Course in Urban Waste Management
- Format: Online
- Duration: 3 months
- Hours: 300 H
- Language: English / Spanish
- Registration date: 23-10-2026
- Start date: 12-12-2026
- Available places: 3
399 $
Competencies and results
What you will learn
1. Economic Analysis and Circular Management of Urban Waste
- Understand the fundamental principles of economic analysis applied to municipal waste management.
- Evaluate the economic models and tools used for optimizing waste management.
- Analyze the life cycle of products and their economic impact on waste generation.
- Identify opportunities for implementing the circular economy in municipal waste management.
- Study the different business and financing models for circular economy projects.
- Analyze the regulatory framework and public policies related to waste management and the circular economy.
- Evaluate key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success of circular economy projects.
- Apply economic evaluation tools to analyze the feasibility of waste management projects.
- Design strategies and action plans for the transition to a circular economy in the field of municipal waste.
- Understanding the social and environmental impact of waste management and the circular economy.
2. Mastery of the Circular Economy for the Transformation of Urban Waste
## What Will You Learn? Mastering the Circular Economy for Urban Waste Transformation
1. Understand the **fundamental principles** of the circular economy and its application to urban waste management.
2. Identify and **analyze** the different **types of** urban waste, including their composition, origin, and flow.
3. Evaluate **strategies** for waste prevention and **eco-design**, promoting source reduction and extending product lifespans.
4. Study the key **technologies** for waste sorting and separation, including the use of automated sorting systems and detection technologies.
5. Explore waste **recovery** processes, such as material recycling, composting, anaerobic digestion, and incineration with energy recovery.
6. Analyze the **environmental, economic, and social implications** of different waste treatment and recovery options.
7. Understand the **regulatory** and normative aspects related to municipal waste management, including national and European legislation.
8. Develop circular **business models** and collaborative strategies among companies, institutions, and citizens.
9. Apply **life cycle assessment (LCA)** tools to evaluate the environmental impact of products and services.
10. Evaluate the **potential of emerging technologies** in waste management, such as waste chemistry, chemical recycling, and bioplastics production.
3. Comprehensive user-oriented design and validation (from modeling to manufacturing)
You will learn to integrate the entire product development process, from initial model conception to final validation, applying user-centered methodologies. You will develop skills in parametric design, ergonomics, simulation, sustainable materials, 3D visualization, and manufacturing management, ensuring efficient, safe solutions that meet current industry standards.
4. Implementation of the Circular Economy in the Sustainable Management of Urban Waste
4. Implementing the Circular Economy in Sustainable Municipal Waste Management
- Understand the fundamental principles of the Circular Economy and its application in waste management.
- Analyze the different types of municipal waste and their characteristics, including their composition, volume, and hazardousness.
- Evaluate waste prevention strategies, such as reduction, reuse, and redesign of products and services.
- Study the processes of waste collection, sorting, and treatment, including technologies such as composting, anaerobic digestion, and incineration with energy recovery.
- Explore opportunities for waste valorization, such as the production of recycled materials, energy generation, and the creation of new products.
- Analyze the economic and financial aspects of implementing the Circular Economy in waste management, including costs, benefits, and sources of financing.
- Evaluate the environmental and social impacts of waste management, including pollution, human health, and job creation.
- Develop plans and strategies for implementing the Circular Economy in municipal waste management, considering technical, economic, environmental, and social aspects.
- Understand the regulations and policies related to waste management and the Circular Economy at the national and international levels.
- Identify and evaluate best practices and technologies for the sustainable management of municipal waste within the context of the Circular Economy.
5. Circular Economy: Transforming Urban Waste into Valuable Resources
5. Circular Economy: Transforming Urban Waste into Valuable Resources
- Understand the fundamental principles of the circular economy and its contrast with the linear economy.
- Identify and analyze the different types of urban waste, including their sources and composition.
- Evaluate the environmental and social impact of current urban waste management.
- Explore key technologies and strategies for waste valorization, such as recycling, composting, anaerobic digestion, and water-to-energy (WtE).
- Analyze successful business models and case studies of the circular economy in the field of urban waste.
- Develop skills for the design and implementation of circular economy projects in the urban context.
- Evaluate the technical, economic, and environmental feasibility of different waste valorization options.
- Understand the role of public policies and legislation in promoting the circular economy.
Explore opportunities for innovation and entrepreneurship in the urban waste management sector and the circular economy.
Identify the challenges and barriers to implementing the circular economy and propose solutions.
1. Circular Economy Strategies to Optimize Urban Waste Management
- Identify the fundamental principles of the circular economy and their applicability to urban waste management.
- Evaluate different business models based on the circular economy and their potential to reduce waste generation.
- Analyze the life cycle stages of products and services, identifying opportunities for waste minimization and extending useful life.
- Understand eco-design and eco-innovation strategies to facilitate the reuse, repair, and recycling of products.
- Study waste management technologies and processes, including the sorting, treatment, and recovery of different types of waste.
- Develop skills for analyzing material flows and assessing the environmental footprint of waste management systems.
- Explore policies and regulations related to the circular economy and waste management at the local, national, and international levels.
- Promote collaboration between the public and private sectors and civil society to promote the implementation of circular economy strategies.
Design and implement circular economy projects for urban waste management, considering technical, economic, and social aspects.
Evaluate the impact of circular economy strategies on waste reduction, resource conservation, and the creation of economic and social value.
Who this program is for:
Circular Economy Course in Urban Waste Management
- Professionals and students interested in urban waste management and the circular economy.
- Technicians and managers of environmental, sustainability, and urban development departments in city councils, intermunicipal associations, and waste management companies.
- Environmental consultants and professionals in the sector seeking to specialize in the circular economy applied to urban waste management.
- Entrepreneurs and project managers with innovative ideas in the field of the circular economy and waste management.
- Standards-driven curriculum: you will work with CS-27/CS-29, DO-160, DO-178C/DO-254, ARP4754A/ARP4761, ADS-33E-PRF from the first module.
- Accreditable laboratories (EN ISO/IEC 17025) with rotor bench, EMC/Lightning pre-compliance, HIL/SIL, vibrations/acoustics.
- Evidence-oriented TFM: safety case, test plan, compliance dossierand operational limits.
- Mentored by industry: teachers with experience in rotorcraft, tiltrotor, eVTOL/UAM and flight test.
- Flexible modality (hybrid/online), international cohorts and support from SEIUM Career Services.
- Ethics and security: safety-by-design approach, cyber-OT, DIH and compliance as pillars.
1.1 Introduction to Economic Analysis in Municipal Solid Waste Management
1.2 Costs and Benefits of Waste Management: An Economic Approach
1.3 Cost Models in Waste Collection and Treatment
1.4 Economic Evaluation of Waste Treatment Technologies
1.5 Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) and its Economic Implications
1.6 Economic Instruments for Waste Management: Taxes, Fees, and Subsidies
1.7 Cost-Benefit Analysis (CBA) in Waste Management Projects
1.8 The Economic Impact of the Circular Economy on Waste Management
1.9 Key Economic Indicators in Municipal Solid Waste Management
1.10 Case Studies: Economic Analysis of Successful Waste Management Projects
2.2 Fundamental Concepts of the Circular Economy
2.2 Key Principles of the Circular Economy
2.3 Circular Business Models: Design and Implementation
2.4 Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) in the Circular Economy
2.5 Design for Circularity: Eco-Design and Ecodesign
2.6 Circular Economy Indicators and Performance Metrics
2.7 Tools and Technologies for the Circular Economy
2.8 Innovation in Circular Business Models
2.9 Case Studies: Successful Companies in the Circular Economy
2.20 Challenges and Opportunities of the Circular Economy
3.3 Circular Business Models in Waste Management
3.2 Ecodesign and Eco-design in Waste Management
3.3 Advanced Recycling Technologies
3.4 Waste Prevention and Minimization Strategies
3.5 Collection Systems and Reverse Logistics
3.6 Energy Recovery from Waste
3.7 Composting and Anaerobic Digestion
3.8 Industrial Symbiosis and Business Collaboration
3.9 Circular Economy Indicators and Impact Assessment
3.30 Case Studies: Successful Implementation of Circular Strategies
4.4 Design and Implementation of Circular Management Systems for Municipal Solid Waste
4.2 Legal and Regulatory Framework for the Circular Economy in Waste Management
4.3 Selection and Adaptation of Technologies for Waste Treatment and Recovery
4.4 Design of Circular Business Models for Waste Management
4.5 Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for Evaluating Circular Performance
4.6 Integration of the Circular Economy into Urban and Territorial Planning
4.7 Managing Citizen Participation and Communication in Circular Projects
4.8 Financing and Investment Models for Circular Economy Projects
4.9 Case Studies: Successful Implementation of the Circular Economy in Cities
4.40 Challenges and Opportunities for Implementing the Circular Economy
5.5 Principles of Waste Valorization in the Circular Economy
5.5 Design Strategies for the Circular Economy in Municipal Solid Waste
5.3 Valorization Technologies: Composting, Biogas, and Anaerobic Digestion
5.4 Valorization Technologies: Recycling of Plastics, Metals, and Glass
5.5 Energy Recovery: Incineration with Energy Recovery
5.6 Business Models for Waste Valorization
5.7 Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) in Waste Valorization
5.8 Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) in Valorization Projects
5.9 Case Studies: Successful Experiences in Valorization
5.50 Future Challenges and Opportunities in Waste Valorization
6.6 Principles of the Circular Economy: Fundamentals and Key Concepts
6.2 Circular Business Models: Design and Application in Waste Management
6.3 Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) in Municipal Waste Management
6.4 Ecodesign and Eco-design for Waste Reduction
6.5 Tools and Technologies for Waste Valorization
6.6 Waste Prevention and Reduction Strategies
6.7 Waste Collection and Sorting Systems
6.8 Legal and Regulatory Framework in the Circular Economy and Waste Management
6.9 Performance Indicators and Environmental Impact Measurement
6.60 Case Studies and Practical Examples of the Circular Economy in Action
- Hands-on methodology: test-before-you-trust, design reviews, failure analysis, compliance evidence.
- Software (depending on licenses/partners): MATLAB/Simulink, Python (NumPy/SciPy), OpenVSP, SU2/OpenFOAM, Nastran/Abaqus, AMESim/Modelica, acoustics tools, planning toolchains DO-178C.
- SEIUM Laboratories: scale rotor bench, vibrations/acoustics, EMC/Lightning pre-compliance, HIL/SIL for AFCS, data acquisition with strain gauging.
- Standards and compliance: EN 9100, 17025, ISO 27001, GDPR.
Capstone-type projects
Admissions, fees, and scholarships
- Profile: Background in Computer Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, or related fields; practical experience in NLP and valued information retrieval systems.
- Documentation: Updated CV, academic transcript, SOP/statement of purpose, project examples or code (optional).
- Process: Application → Technical evaluation of profile and experience → Technical interview → Review of case studies → Final decision → Enrollment.
- Fees:
- Single payment: 10% discount.
- Payment in 3 installments: No fees; 30% upon registration + 2 equal monthly payments of the remaining 35%.
Monthly payment: available with a 7% commission on the total; annual review.
Scholarships: based on academic merit, financial need, and promoting inclusion; agreements with companies in the sector for partial or full scholarships.
See “Calendar & Calls for Applications,” “Scholarships & Grants,” and “Fees & Financing” in the SEIUM mega-menu.
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F. A. Q
Frequently asked questions
Yes, we have international certification
Yes: experimental models, real data, applied simulations, professional environments, real case studies.
It is not mandatory. We offer leveling tracks and tutoring.
Completely. It covers e-propulsion, integration, and emerging regulations (SC-VTOL).
Recommended. There are also internal challenges and consortiums.
Yes. Online/hybrid modality with planned labs and visa support (see “Visa & Residence”).