Introduction
This course covers the conventional unit operations employed in water and wastewater treatment from a development perspective. This includes the scientific engineering principles on which they are based. This course is perfect for those in water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) or the development sector who wish to learn more about fundamental engineering principals for effective water treatment and distribution in a low-income setting.
Who should attend?
This short course is perfect for those in water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) or the development sector who wish to learn more about fundamental engineering principals for effective water treatment and distribution in a low-income setting.
Course Duration
5 days
Course Level:
Objective of the Course
On successful completion of this course you will be able to:
- Describe different water quality parameters and how they are measured,
- Describe the basic principles of drinking water treatment and how these can be used at different scales including, household, community and municipal,
- Evaluate simple methods of wastewater treatment and how these are being applied to treating conventional waterborne sewage as well as in faecal sludge management,
- Assess how different treatment technologies might be applicable in different contexts.
Course Content
Module 1
- Water Quality and Public Health,
- Drinking Water, Chemicals and Health,
- Water Treatment Principles,
Module 2
- Water Treatment Challenges
- Regulatory compliance
- Advanced Technologies in Water Treatment for Development
Module 3
- Community Considerations for Appropriate Water Treatment
- Effluent management
- Introduction to Wastewater Treatment
- Low Energy Wastewater Treatment
Module 4
- Advanced Technologies in Wastewater Treatment for Development
- Resource Recovery from WS&S Technologies – Nutrients & Water
- Resource Recovery from WS&S Technologies – Energy
Module 5
- Appropriate Technology Selection.
- Water quality monitoring
- Sustainable practices
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Course Administration Details:
Methodology
These instructor-led training sessions are delivered using a blended learning approach and include presentations, guided practical exercises, web-based tutorials, and group work. Our facilitators are seasoned industry experts with years of experience as professionals and trainers in these fields. All facilitation and course materials are offered in English. Participants should be reasonably proficient in the language.
Accreditation
Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued an Indepth Research Institute (IRES) certificate certified by the National Industrial Training Authority (NITA).
Training Venue
The training will be held at IRES Training Centre. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and lunch. All participants will additionally cater to their travel expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.
Accommodation and Airport Transfer
Accommodation and Airport Transfer are arranged upon request. For reservations contact the Training Officer.
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: +254715 077 817
Tailor-Made
This training can also be customized to suit the needs of your institution upon request. You can have it delivered in our IRES Training Centre or at a convenient location. For further inquiries, please contact us on:
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: +254715 077 817
Payment
Payment should be transferred to the IRES account through a bank on or before the start of the course. Send proof of payment to [email protected]
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