Water Treatment – Level I (Fundamentals) offers a solid introduction to the essential concepts, processes, and technologies involved in water treatment. This course is designed for students and early-career professionals who are entering the water sector and want to understand how safe, potable water is produced and maintained throughout treatment systems.
The course begins with an overview of water treatment processes, including preliminary stages such as screening, de-gritting, flow measurement, and the use of storm dams and equalisation tanks. Students will explore sedimentation and aeration processes, gaining an understanding of activated sludge systems and the microbiological activity that drives them—brought to life through hands-on practical sessions.
Learners will also cover sludge management and disposal methods, including anaerobic digestion, thickening, and dewatering, while understanding the legal and environmental implications of these practices. A focused session on potable water disinfection provides a practical foundation in protecting public health. The course further introduces decentralised systems like wetlands and ponds, and equips students with knowledge to manage industrial trade effluent through monitoring and compliance strategies.
This foundational programme is ideal for those looking to build a career in municipal water services, environmental health, or water treatment operations, and provides a stepping stone for more advanced water treatment and system design courses.
