Learning Outcomes

Course Introduction

Sources and Types of Wastewater

Pollutants in Wastewater

Need for Wastewater Management

Issues and Challenges

Lesson Summary

In this module, learning expectations and the basics of wastewater management, including terms, definitions and distinctions are discussed.

Wastewater Generation and Quantity Estimation

Quantity Estimation of Sewage

Population Forecasting Methods

Quantity Estimation of Sewage Flow

Practice Problems

In this module, you will learn how wastewater is generated, estimating quantities and how this data is used to design sewerage systems.

Quality Parameters and Standards I

Quality Parameters and Standards II

Quality Parameters and Standards III

Quality Parameters and Standards IV

In this module, learn about the parameters used to measure the quality of wastewater.

Discharge in Rivers

Purification in Rivers

Oxygen Variations in Water

Natural Purification

Engineered Treatment and Mass Balance

In this module, the fate and transport of contaminants discharged in rivers or streams and how they can be monitored.

Mass Balance Application

Mass Balance in Reactors

Municipal Wastewater Treatment

Wastewater Treatment Units

Grit Removal and Equalization

Primary Sedimentation

Sedimentation Basin Design and Settling Model

In this module, cases and conditions of mass balance and reactors and steps involved in preliminary and primary treatments of wastewater.

Biological Treatments

Microbial Growth

Kinetics of Growth

Activated Sludge Process

ASP Elements

In this module, secondary treatments; principles and processes involved in the use of microorganisms in sewage treatment plants, to remove organic matter.

Introduction

Anaerobic Degradation

Anaerobic Degradation Characteristics

Anaerobic Sludge Blanket Reactor (UASB)

Bio-gas Production

In this module, anaerobic processes in wastewater treatment, including types of microorganisms and how they function in anaerobic reactors.

Introduction to Sludge Management

Sludge Features

Sludge Treatment

Stabilization and Conditioning

Sludge Management

In this module, learn about sludge management processes; processing,  thickening, stabilization, conditioning, dewatering and hygienisation.

Adavanced Treatment of Wastewater

Nutrient Removal

Adsorption and Ion Exchange

Membrane Processes

Disinfection and Chemical Treatment

In this module, tertiary or advanced treatments of wastewater, including nitrification-denitrification, adsorption, membrane processes and chemical treatment solutions.

Alternative and Conventional Approaches

Integrated Systems: Wetlands

SBR and SBBR

MBR and MBBR

In this module, learn about alternative wastewater treatment processes that are becoming more popular due to their inherent advantages.

Reuse and Recycling

Reuse-Recycle Opportunities

Potentialities and Requirements

Regulatory Guidelines

Centralized and Decentralized Recycling

In this module, learn about trends in wastewater recycling and reuse,  including risks, challenges and global practices.

Risks, Challenges and Research Trends

Decision-Making

Public Acceptance

Global Practices and Case Studies

Course Summary I

Course Summary II

In this module, learn about the risks and challenges in wastewater recycling, including technology selection, decision making and public acceptance.

Advanced Diploma in Wastewater Treatment and Recycling - Assessment

In this course, you will learn how wastewater can be treated using different reclamation techniques.

Advanced Diploma in Wastewater Treatment and Recycling

This free online course examines water treatment technologies and their applications, such as producing usable water from wastewater. The course covers the theories and principles involved in wastewater treatment. Topics include wastewater treatment units, treatment systems and processes, re-use criteria and recycling. This course will be of interest to those studying engineering or environmental-related subjects.

An Overview of Principles of Engineering System Design

Engineering Systems Classification

Modern System Design Processes

Six Functions of Design Process

This module presents the introductory section of the course, which discusses the introduction to system design, engineering systems classification & examples, modern system design processes, and functions of the design process.

Tools for Enabling Creative Development

System Requirement Analysis

Originating Requirements: Example System Engineering Software

In this module, we will be discussing system requirements, how to analyze the requirements for the development of systems, the tools for enabling the development, and the originating requirements.

Functional Architecture Development

Functional Decomposition

The IDEF0 Diagram

In this module, you will learn how to use IDEF0 to decompose functions in sub functions and then learn to use those subfunctions to create a hierarchical function structure.

Physical Architecture Development

Implementing Fault Tolerance in Physical Architecture

Operational Architecture Development

Methods of Allocation of Function

Interface Architecture Development

In this module, you will gain a better understanding of the physical architecture of the system. The allocation architecture will be covered in more detail and you will learn how to identify the necessary requirements.

Advanced Diploma in Principles of Engineering System Design - First Assessment

This module enables you to review your learning so you can determine your knowledge and understanding of Modules 1 to 4 in the following course; Advanced Diploma in Principles of Engineering System Design.

Interface Standards and Design process

Integration and Qualification

Qualification Planning and Methods

In this module, you will learn about the Standards which exist for a communication system. The various stages in qualification like verification, validation, and acceptance will also be discussed with the top-level and bottom level cycles or the higher and lower level cycles of qualification.

Autolink system

Institute Service Kiosk Terminals(InSeKTs)

System Design Examples (InSeKTs)

This module covers the Acceptance Strategies, the Acceptance Stress Methods, and the plan for the Acceptance Test. You will learn how system design principles can be applied to some practical examples.

Graphical Modelling Techniques

Process Modeling

Behavior Modeling

Petri Nets

System Modeling and Simulation

In this module, you will learn about some of the most commonly used methods for system modeling, namely, Data Modeling, Process Modeling and Behavior Modeling. You will also cover physical system testing through simulations.

Bond Graph Modeling of Dynamic Systems

Decision Making in System Design

SAC vs OAT Function

In this module, you will learn the important elements in Bondgraph, how to make decisions and how to identify and quantify the conflicting criteria in decision making.

Advanced Diploma in Principles of Engineering System Design - Second Assessment

This module enables you to review your learning so you can determine your knowledge and understanding of Modules 6 to 9 in the following course; Principles of Engineering System Design.

Advanced Diploma in Principles of Engineering System Design - Final Assessment

In this free online course, learn about Engineering System Designs and how to integrate and manage complex systems.

Advanced Diploma in Principles of Engineering System Design

This free online course in Principles of Engineering System Design teaches learners how to be critical, creative, curious, capable, as well as ready to handle this constantly changing world. A wide range of discipline falls under the engineering title. No matter where your interest lies, there’s bound to be one facet of the sector you'll find enticing and engaging. If you like tinkering, creating or designing, this engineering course is for you.

An Overview of Travel Demand Management

Push Measures Cases

Pull Measures Cases

Parking Studies

Transit-Oriented Development

This module presents the significance of Travel Demand Management in minimizing the problem of traffic congestion in urban areas. You will be taught about the significance of good parking management strategies in order to maximize the advantages of parking facilities and the factors that drive the trend towards Transit Oriented Development.

Introduction to Intelligent Transportation Systems

ITS Components, Applications and Communication

ITS Architecture

Electronic Toll Collection

Public Bicycle Sharing System with ITS

This module presents the interdisciplinary and state of the art advances in Transportation Systems. You will be taught about the process of determining the delay and congestion in toll plazas and the significance of the Public Bicycle Sharing System in facilitating the sustainable development of transportation in urban areas.

First Course Assessment

Multimodal Transportation Environment

Multimodal Level of Service for Automobile Modes

Multimodal Level of Service for Non-Automobile Modes

Design of Multimodal Transfer Facilities

Park and Ride Facility Planning

This module presents the overall planning process of the Multimodal Transportation System in urban areas. You will be taught how the indicators of MultiModal Level of Service are used to evaluate various transportation modes and the principles to be followed while designing a Multimodal facility that integrates the different modes of transportation.

Pedestrian Road Safety and Associated Risk Factors

Road Crash Estimation and Predictive Methods

Predicting Methods for Conflicts

Urban Transportation and Emission Factors

Sustainable strategies for Urban Transportation

This module presents an overview of various elements that are associated with the Pedestrian Safety and Security. You will discover the significance of calibrating the Crash Models to local conditions for accounting different types of crash frequencies and the need for experimenting with innovative ideas that can lead to sustainable transport development.

Second Course Assessment

Diploma in Urban Transportation and Sustainability - Course Assessment

Learn how to implement sustainable strategies for modern urban transportation solution in this free online course.

Diploma in Urban Transportation and Sustainability

What are the factors that are driving the trend to transit-oriented development (TOD) in urban planning? TOD seeks to maximise the number of retail, leisure, residential and business spaces within walking distance of public transport hubs in urban areas. In this free online course, you will learn about the new discipline of TOD, advancements in multimodal transport systems and the need for sustainability in urban development.

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