IGNOU BWA-003 Assignment 2026
Solid Wastes Processing and Treatment Techniques
Last updated by IGNOU: 12 Oct 2026. Guide written from the official PDF on 19 Oct 2026, 01:03 pm.
| Course code | BWA-003 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Solid Wastes Processing and Treatment Techniques |
| Programme | CSWATTCSWATT |
| Assignment code | BWA-003/TMA/July/2026 |
| Session | July 2026 |
| Maximum marks | 100 |
About the BWA-003 assignment
The BWA-003 assignment covers solid waste reduction, screening, recycling, incineration and flue gas cleaning. It also examines osmosis, reverse osmosis, hazardous waste neutralization, and the characterization and types of mining waste.
There are 10 compulsory questions, all carrying equal marks, for a total of 100 marks. The questions combine descriptions, comparisons and a numerical problem on rotary-screen performance. The official listing gives the assignment a weightage of 30%.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | — | Identify the criteria for evaluating alternatives before selecting a source reduction policy. |
| Q2 | — | Calculate a rotary screen’s glass recovery efficiency and effectiveness using the supplied waste-flow and underflow data. |
| Q3 | — | Identify the factors involved in planning a recycling programme. |
| Q4 | — | Identify applications for recycled plastic. |
| Q5 | — | Identify the main products of incineration and describe dioxins and furans. |
| Q6 | — | Explain flue gas and briefly describe how it is cleaned. |
| Q7 | — | Compare osmosis with reverse osmosis. |
| Q8 | — | Explain the role of neutralization in treating hazardous waste. |
| Q9 | — | Describe the types of studies used to characterize mining waste. |
| Q10 | — | Identify types of mining waste and discuss their advantages and disadvantages. |
This is a summary of each question. Download the official PDF above for the exact questions and word limits.
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