Introduction to Household Water Treatment and Safe Storage
Discover practical methods and innovative approaches for enhancing household water quality through sustainable treatment solutions.
Discover practical methods and innovative approaches for enhancing household water quality through sustainable treatment solutions.
This intermediate-level course provides a comprehensive overview of Household Water Treatment and Safe Storage (HWTS) methods and their implementation. Designed for professionals and students in public health, environmental science, and development fields, the course covers the global health impacts of unsafe drinking water, various water treatment technologies, and strategies for successful HWTS implementation. Participants will learn about physical, chemical, and microbial aspects of water quality, major water treatment methods including filtration, disinfection, and safe storage, and approaches to monitoring and evaluating HWTS programs. The curriculum emphasizes both theoretical knowledge and practical applications, featuring case studies and insights from guest lecturers. By the end of the course, learners will be equipped to design, implement, and assess HWTS interventions in various contexts, including emergency situations.
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What you'll learn
Understand the global health impacts of unsafe drinking water and water-borne pathogens
Learn about various household water treatment technologies, including filtration, disinfection, and safe storage methods
Analyze different implementation models for HWTS programs and their effectiveness
Explore the use of HWTS in emergency response situations
Understand the roles of government bodies and international organizations in promoting HWTS
Learn methods for monitoring and evaluating HWTS programs, including health impact assessment
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There are 5 modules in this course
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to Household Water Treatment and Safe Storage (HWTS), covering the public health impacts of unsafe drinking water, various treatment technologies, and implementation strategies. The curriculum is structured into five modules, progressing from the basics of water quality and pathogens to specific treatment methods, implementation approaches, and monitoring techniques. Students will learn about sedimentation, filtration, disinfection methods, and safe storage practices. The course emphasizes both the technical aspects of water treatment and the practical challenges of implementing HWTS programs in diverse settings, including emergency situations. Through a combination of lectures, case studies, and guest presentations, participants gain insights into successful HWTS interventions and their evaluation. The course also addresses the role of government bodies and international organizations in promoting HWTS.
Introduction to HWTS
Module 1 · 3 Hours to complete
HWTS treatment options
Module 2 · 2 Hours to complete
HWTS treatment options
Module 3 · 2 Hours to complete
Implementation strategies for HWTS
Module 4 · 2 Hours to complete
Monitoring and Evaluating HWTS
Module 5 · 3 Hours to complete
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Expert in Water Quality and Sanitation
Dr. Rick Johnston is a sanitary engineer with over 15 years of experience in water quality issues in developing countries. He holds a Master’s degree in Environmental Science and Engineering from Johns Hopkins University and a PhD from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. His work has taken him to various countries, including Bangladesh, Pakistan, and Ethiopia, where he has focused on critical challenges such as arsenic contamination in drinking water. Currently, he works with the World Health Organization as part of the WHO/UNICEF Joint Monitoring Programme, overseeing global access to drinking water and sanitation.Dr. Johnston teaches the course "Introduction to Household Water Treatment and Safe Storage" on Coursera, sharing his expertise in ensuring safe drinking water practices. His contributions to the field include developing innovative household water treatment solutions and extensive research aimed at improving water quality and sanitation standards worldwide.
Expert in Water Supply and Sanitation
Dr. Sara Marks is an environmental engineer with extensive experience in water quality and sanitation issues, particularly in developing countries. She is the Group Leader of the Water Supply and Treatment group at Eawag, where her current projects focus on building rural communities' capacity to monitor drinking water quality in Nepal and evaluating the health and environmental impacts of water services in Burkina Faso. Dr. Marks received her PhD in Civil and Environmental Engineering from Stanford University, where her research emphasized the importance of community ownership in sustaining water systems.With over 15 years of applied research experience, Dr. Marks has worked on various international projects and previously served as a postdoctoral scholar at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. She is passionate about education and teaches the course "Introduction to Household Water Treatment and Safe Storage" on Coursera, aiming to advance discussions on global water and sanitation challenges. Her work aligns with the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals, focusing on ensuring safe drinking water and adequate sanitation for all.
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