This course exposes the participant to a broad range of sanitation systems and innovative technologies and helps to understand the system concept, i.e. the process of building a complete system by iteratively choosing and linking appropriate technologies. It describes and presents advantages and disadvantages of technological approaches.
This e-Learning course is available in both English and in French.
Content
The module «System Templates» consist of 9 parts describing the structure and the components of complete sanitation systems. Every system template gives short overviews on the function, the use and the pros/cons of the components which are needed to establish this sanitation system.
The «Functional Groups & Technologies» unit describes around 50 technological components of which a particular sanitation system may be composed.
Target group
This course is intended to be used by engineers, planners and other professionals who are familiar with sanitation technologies and processes. It is not a training manual or stand-alone resource for people with no experience in sanitation planning.
Language
English and French.
Certificates
Successful participants will receive a formal certificate issued by the institutions which offer this course. To receive a certificate, participants have to
- Join at least one (of two) interactive webinars during course week 1 and 2 (20%)
- Successfully complete a Multiple Choice Test (at least 60%) between the end of course week 2 and the beginning of course week 3 (20%)
- Develop your own sanitation system during course week 3 (40%)
- Actively take part in the working groups during course week 4 (20%)
This course was implemented:
- February 02 – March 02, 2015
- May 04 – June 01, 2015
- September 14 – October 12, 2015