Short Course on Basic Water and Wastewater Management
Institute for Water and Sanitation Development – IWSD
This course is designed to build the technical capacity of water and wastewater treatment plant operators, a critical yet often overlooked group in service delivery. It equips participants with the knowledge and practical skills required to operate and maintain treatment plants safely and efficiently, in line with current regulations. The training covers core principles of water and wastewater technology, process theory, plant equipment, and occupational health and safety, ensuring operators not only understand the systems they manage but also stay up to date with emerging technologies and best practices to protect public health and the environment.
Curriculum
- Introduction to water and wastewater treatment systems
- Water resources and quality management
- Potable water production systems
- Sewage treatment and disposal systems
- Waste reduction, reuse and recycling
- Safety management principles and techniques
