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Diploma in Waste Management Technologies
The Diploma in E-Waste Management is a pioneering 4-year program offered by NorthSha’ar Technical College that addresses the growing environmental and health concerns caused by electronic waste (e-waste). As Malawi and the African continent experience increased use of electronics, managing the disposal and recycling of end-of-life electronic products has become a national priority.
This program equips students with scientific, technical, and policy knowledge in the collection, segregation, dismantling, recycling, reuse, and safe disposal of electronic waste. Graduates will be prepared to lead sustainable initiatives in e-waste management across industries, government, NGOs, and recycling enterprises.
Year 1: Environmental Science & ICT Basics
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Semester 1:
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Introduction to Environmental Science
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Fundamentals of Electronics
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Computer Hardware & Peripherals
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Mathematics for Environment & Technology
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Communication Skills
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Semester 2:
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Introduction to Waste Management
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Principles of Recycling
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ICT Tools for Data Collection & Monitoring
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Chemistry of Materials (Plastics, Metals)
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Malawi Environmental Laws & Policies
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Year 2: Core E-Waste Management Skills
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Semester 3:
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E-Waste Sources and Classification
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Manual Dismantling Techniques
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Health and Safety in E-Waste Handling
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Repair and Refurbishing Techniques
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Community Outreach and Education
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Semester 4:
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Logistics and Collection Systems
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Recycling Technologies and Equipment
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Hazardous Waste Handling (Batteries, CRTs, PCBs)
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E-Waste Economics and Market Value Recovery
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Technical Writing and Reporting
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Year 3: Sustainability, Policy, and Innovation
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Semester 5:
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Life Cycle Assessment of Electronic Products
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Sustainable Business Models in Recycling
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Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR)
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Research Methods
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GIS and Mapping for Waste Tracking
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Semester 6:
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International Conventions on Waste (e.g., Basel Convention)
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Public-Private Partnerships for Waste Management
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Green Entrepreneurship
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Mobile App Development for Waste Reporting (Basic)
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Capstone Project Proposal
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Year 4: Fieldwork & Capstone Project
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Semester 7:
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Industrial Attachment / Internship
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Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)
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Equipment Maintenance and Workshop Practice
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Semester 8:
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Final Year Project (Community-Based E-Waste Innovation)
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Startup Incubation and Business Planning
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Career Development and Industry Readiness
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Applicants must have:
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MSCE or equivalent with credits in:
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Mathematics (Compulsory)
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Physical Science, Biology, or Agriculture (Recommended)
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English (Recommended)
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Computer Studies or any Technical Subject (Advantageous)
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Students will have access to:
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E-Waste Recycling Lab: For dismantling, sorting, and safe disposal practice
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Workshop Tools & PPE: For repair, refurbishing, and recovery training
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Computer Labs: For ICT, data monitoring, and technical documentation
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Mobile Collection Kit: For field data collection and waste mapping
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Library & Digital Archive: With access to global case studies and best practices
Intake: January and July each year
Average Class Size: 20–25 students
Graduate Job Readiness Rate: 85% (projected for green jobs sector)
Career Opportunities:
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E-Waste Recycling Technician
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Environmental Health & Safety Officer
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E-Waste Policy & Compliance Officer
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Green Business Entrepreneur
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Community Awareness Facilitator
Collaborations: With municipalities, NGOs, recycling plants, and donor-funded projects
NorthSha`ar Technical Copllege is a subsidiary of Lilongwe NorthSha`ar College of Education Limited. The college was Founded after identifying a gap in institutions of higher learning in the country.