LifeSciences
Biotech – Anaerobic Digestion Plant VWEX
Virtual work experience
Immerse yourself in a 360-degree extended reality virtual work experience at an Anaerobic Digestion Plant with Biotech4, where you’ll gain in-depth knowledge of biogas production and renewable energy technology. This interactive experience places you in an operational anaerobic digestion plant, offering hands-on insights into the processes that convert organic waste into clean, renewable energy through biogas production.
Throughout the virtual training, you’ll explore each stage of the anaerobic digestion process, from feedstock preparation and waste treatment to biogas generation and energy recovery. You’ll learn about the role of microorganisms in breaking down organic matter in oxygen-free conditions, producing biogas and digestate as valuable by-products. The experience covers critical plant operations, including feedstock management, gas monitoring, and the operation of biogas storage and processing equipment.
In addition to the technical aspects, this experience emphasises key safety and environmental protocols, ensuring that you understand how to manage hazards such as gas leaks, pressure systems, and confined spaces while adhering to industry regulations. You’ll also learn how anaerobic digestion plants contribute to a circular economy by reducing waste and generating renewable energy, making it a crucial part of sustainable energy solutions.
By the end of this immersive experience, you’ll have gained orientation and familiarisation on anaerobic biogas production facilities as well as technical expertise and safety knowledge, making it an essential introduction for those pursuing careers in renewable energy and environmental management.
Sectors:
- LifeSciences
Learning outcomes:
- Understanding Anaerobic Digestion and Biogas Production: Learners will be able to describe the anaerobic digestion process, including feedstock management, organic waste breakdown, and biogas generation, understanding the key stages involved in producing renewable energy from organic matter.
- Mastering Plant Operations and Safety Protocols: Learners will gain practical knowledge of plant operations, including the monitoring and management of gas production systems, while adhering to essential safety protocols, such as handling gas leaks and working in confined spaces.
- Exploring the Environmental Benefits of Biogas Plants: Learners will develop an understanding of the environmental and economic impact of anaerobic digestion plants, recognizing their role in waste reduction, renewable energy production, and contributing to a circular economy.
