| Course Name |
(中) 農業廢棄物循環應用(6810) |
| (Eng.) Circular Utilization of Agricultural Waste |
| Offering Dept |
Master Program in Specialty Crops and Metabolomics |
| Course Type |
Elective |
Credits |
2 |
Teacher |
YEN, PEI-LING |
| Department |
Master Program in Specialty Crops and Metabolomics/Graduate |
Language |
English |
Semester |
2026-FALL |
| Course Description |
This course provides a comprehensive overview of the circular utilization of agricultural waste, focusing on its transformation into value-added products through sustainable and innovative strategies. Topics include biomass classification, microbial fermentation, extraction of bioactive compounds, biorefinery processes, eco-friendly technologies, and applications in agriculture, energy, and health. Through case studies, laboratory demonstrations, and project-based learning, students will acquire interdisciplinary knowledge and practical skills related to waste valorization in the context of the circular bioeconomy. |
| Prerequisites |
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self-directed learning in the course |
Y |
| Relevance of Course Objectives and Core Learning Outcomes(%) |
Teaching and Assessment Methods for Course Objectives |
| Course Objectives |
Competency Indicators |
Ratio(%) |
Teaching Methods |
Assessment Methods |
1. To understand the sources, classifications, and environmental impacts of agricultural waste.
2. To explore biological, chemical, and physical methods for converting agricultural waste into value-added products. |
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| Written Presentation |
| Oral Presentation |
| Assignment |
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| Course Content and Homework/Schedule/Tests Schedule |
| Week |
Course Content |
| Week 1 |
Introduction to Agricultural Waste and Circular Economy |
| Week 2 |
Classification and Characteristics of Agricultural Biomass |
| Week 3 |
Environmental and Economic Impacts of Agricultural Waste |
| Week 4 |
Biological Valorization: Composting, Vermiculture, Anaerobic Digestion |
| Week 5 |
Microbial Fermentation of Agricultural Waste |
| Week 6 |
Extraction and Recovery of Bioactive Compounds from Waste |
| Week 7 |
Case Study I: Tea Waste and Polyphenol Recovery |
| Week 8 |
Midterm Presentation |
| Week 9 |
Study II: Coffee Grounds in Bioplastics and Feed |
| Week 10 |
Biorefinery Concepts and Process Integration |
| Week 11 |
Eco-Friendly Solvents and Green Processing Technologies |
| Week 12 |
Natural Product Development from Agricultural Waste |
| Week 13 |
Agricultural Waste in Soil Amendment and Plant Growth Promotion |
| Week 14 |
Industrial Applications and Business Models |
| Week 15 |
Regulations, Safety, and Sustainability Certification |
| Week 16 |
Student Presentations |
self-directed
learning |
02.Viewing multimedia materials related to industry and academia.
03.Preparing presentations or reports related to industry and academia.
This course guides students to develop an understanding of the circular reuse of agricultural waste and how agricultural by-products can be transformed from low-value waste into functional or high value-added products by engaging in self-directed learning activities, including the independent exploration and critical review of multimedia resources. |
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| Evaluation |
Midterm assessment (exam or written assignments): 30%
Case study presentation: 40%
Final written report: 30% |
| Textbook & other References |
Benjamin Yennuna Konyannik, Jerome Dela Lavie (2025) Valorization Techniques for Biomass Waste in Energy Generation: A Systematic Review. Bioresource Technology, 435, 132973.
Michael O. Daramola, Augustine O. Ayeni (2020) Valorization of Biomass to Value-Added Commodities. Springer Cham. doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-38032-8 |
| Teaching Aids & Teacher's Website |
| Lecture slides and selected research articles |
| Office Hours |
| After class |
| Sustainable Development Goals, SDGs(Link URL) |
| include experience courses：N |
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