Plastic Waste Management
Get comprehensive knowledge of various waste management issues related to plastics by joining the Plastic Waste Management online program by Swayam.
Online
8 Weeks
Free Quick Facts
| Medium Of Instructions | Mode Of Learning | Mode Of Delivery |
|---|---|---|
| English | Self Study | Video and Text Based |
Course Overview
Plastic waste has emerged as one of the leading waste streams in today’s world. The Plastic Waste Management online course is created to raise awareness about this issue by providing in-depth information on plastic pollution. You will understand how plastic is adversely affecting marine life, the economy, wildlife, human health, and the overall environment.
The Plastic Waste Management certification program presents a holistic view of the plastic disposal problem in Indian as well as the global context. During this course, you will study the current management techniques and better methods to limit plastic waste. The extent, character, and severity of the plastic pollution problem will be discussed extensively.
The Plastic Waste Management training by Swayam also teaches you about Extended Producer Responsibilities (EPR) concepts, risk alleviation, and Plastic Waste Management Rules 2016. You will also get acquainted with alternatives to plastic and their real-life feasibility and environment-friendliness as compared to plastic.
The Highlights
- Environment/Civil Engineering category
- Online course
- Eight-week program duration
- An offering of the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Kharagpur
- Certification available
- Self-directed learning
- Offline exam
- Postgraduate level course
- Elective course type
- AICTE-approved FDP course
Important dates
Certificate Exam Date
Start Date : 29 Mar, 2026
Programme Offerings
- industry expert instructor
- video lectures
- assignments
- Free programme access
- learning material
- online learning
- An offering of IIT Kharagpur
- Self-paced learning
- A shareable certificate
- Written exam
- Eight weeks of training
- Latest curriculum.
Courses and Certificate Fees
| Fees Informations | Certificate Availability | Certificate Providing Authority |
|---|---|---|
| INR 1000 | yes | IIT Kharagpur |
- Access to the Plastic Waste Management course is free.
- The exam fee (optional) is Rs 1,000 only.
Plastic Waste Management fee structure -
Course option | Fee |
Plastic Waste Management (Access only) | Free |
Plastic Waste Management (Exam fee) | Rs. 1,000 |
Eligibility Criteria
To be fully able to grasp the content of the Plastic Waste Management online program, you must have a basic knowledge of Chemistry, differential equations, and Environmental Science (EVSc).
Certificate Qualifying Details
Throughout the course duration, there will be a total of eight assignments. There will also be a written exam. The average assignment score (based on the best six out of eight) has a weightage of 25%, and the written exam has a weightage of 75%. To become eligible for the Plastic Waste Management certification, you have to achieve a final score (exam score + average assignment score) of 40% or more.
What you will learn
The Plastic Waste Management syllabus is focused on comprehensively teaching you about plastic pollution and its impact. Near the end of this online program, you should understand:
- Types of plastic waste and various uses of plastic
- Plastic Waste Management Rules 2016
- Extended Producer Responsibilities (EPR) concepts
- Usage of high-end technologies to manage plastic waste
- Consequences of plastic pollution on the ecosystem including oceans, wildlife, and human health
- Effects of plastic waste on the economy
Who it is for
The Plastic Waste Management online course is mainly designed for BTech students in the fields of Environmental, Chemical engineering, and Civil Engineering. It is also meant for master’s students of the Environmental Science stream. Students pursuing doctoral programs in relevant fields will also find this online program valuable.
Admission Details
Go through the following steps and join the Plastic Waste Management course by Swayam.
Step 1 – Click or tap this link - https://onlinecourses.nptel.ac.in/noc25_ce45/preview to visit the official course page of Plastic Waste Management.
Step 2 – You shall be able to see the ‘Sign-in/Register’ button at the top of this page. Click or tap this button to open the Swayam registration page.
Step 3 – Now, click or tap the ‘Sign up now button and create a new account by entering the required details. You can also login instantly by linking a Microsoft, Facebook, or Google ID.
Step 4 – Finally, tap or click the ‘Join’ button on the Plastic Waste Management course page. You should now be enrolled in the online course successfully.
NOTE – You should clarify the final enrolment date on the Swayam portal.
Application Details
To apply for admission in the Plastic Waste Management training, you don’t need to fill and submit an application form. Join the course directly by logging on to the Swayam website, registering for an account, and entering basic information like email ID, name, education, etc.
There is an application form for the written exam registration, though. You have to submit the online registration form to appear in the Plastic Waste Management course exam.
The Syllabus
- Plastics – What it is? Types, Uses and Global Statistics
- Plastic Waste – Sources, Production, Global and Indian Context
- Plastic Waste Management Rules 2016 (India) and Global Rules and Regulations
- Plastic Bans including China Sword Policy implication on global plastic waste management
- Impact of Plastics on Marine Life, Effect on Wildlife, Human Health and Environment
- Plastic Waste Management Practices – Use of Plastic waste in roads, issues and challenges
- Possible Alternate Materials to Plastics –Greener Alternatives
- Plastics Resource Recovery and Circular Economy.
Evaluation process
If you want to get the Plastic Waste Management certification, you must sit for the offline exam conducted at designated examination centers. There will be two shifts for the written exam – morning and afternoon. You can look up the exact date and timing for the exam on the official website of Swayam.
Detailed announcements will be made in the near future. When the registration link goes live, you must fill the online form, pay the exam fee and agree on certain conditions to take the Plastic Waste Management course examination.
Instructors
IIT Kharagpur Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
Yes, the Plastic Waste Management course is an FDP (Faculty Development Programme) approved by the AICTE.
The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) at Kharagpur accredits the Plastic Waste Management online program.
Professor Brajesh Kumar Dubey of IIT Kharagpur is the instructor for the Plastic Waste Management program.
No, it is voluntary. However, you will not get the Plastic Waste Management certification without taking the exam.
Yes, e-certificates only will be provided. No hard copies of the Plastic Waste Management certification will be given.