École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
Introduction to Faecal Sludge Management
École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

Introduction to Faecal Sludge Management

Taught in English

Some content may not be translated

14,179 already enrolled

Course

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals

Dr. Linda Strande

Instructor: Dr. Linda Strande

4.8

(642 reviews)

Intermediate level
Some related experience required
21 hours to complete
3 weeks at 7 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

Details to know

Shareable certificate

Add to your LinkedIn profile

Assessments

4 quizzes

See how employees at top companies are mastering in-demand skills

Placeholder
Placeholder

Earn a career certificate

Add this credential to your LinkedIn profile, resume, or CV

Share it on social media and in your performance review

Placeholder

There are 5 modules in this course

This first week of this course includes an overview of what faecal sludge is, and the importance of an integrated approach to faecal sludge management. It provides an introduction to what is currently lacking, weak links in the service chain, and also presents positive examples of what is working.

What's included

8 videos6 readings

The second week of this course is based on an integrated engineering design approach, and will introduce fundamentals and required information for the design and selection of technologies, including objectives, mechanisms, quantification and characterization. It also includes the collection and transport of faecal sludge to treatment.

What's included

10 videos3 readings1 quiz

The third week of this course focuses on engineering aspects of how to size and properly operate treatment technologies.

What's included

9 videos2 readings1 quiz

Sanitation solutions do not rely on technology alone, and are prone to failure if an integrated planning approach that includes stakeholder involvement and the development of appropriate institutional, management and financial arrangements is not implemented. Presented in week 4 is the full picture, in addition to technology, that needs to be considered for sustainable solutions.

What's included

8 videos2 readings1 quiz

Faecal sludge management is a relatively new and rapidly growing field. As a result, many solutions are not yet fully developed, which has to be carefully considered in technology implementation. Week 5 will focus on current research and innovations in technologies, to provide an understanding of the most up-to-date options, and what needs to be considered for further development and implementation.

What's included

9 videos2 readings1 quiz

Instructor

Instructor ratings
4.8 (129 ratings)
Dr. Linda Strande
École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
1 Course14,179 learners

Recommended if you're interested in Environmental Science and Sustainability

Why people choose Coursera for their career

Felipe M.
Learner since 2018
"To be able to take courses at my own pace and rhythm has been an amazing experience. I can learn whenever it fits my schedule and mood."
Jennifer J.
Learner since 2020
"I directly applied the concepts and skills I learned from my courses to an exciting new project at work."
Larry W.
Learner since 2021
"When I need courses on topics that my university doesn't offer, Coursera is one of the best places to go."
Chaitanya A.
"Learning isn't just about being better at your job: it's so much more than that. Coursera allows me to learn without limits."

Learner reviews

Showing 3 of 642

4.8

642 reviews

  • 5 stars

    80.06%

  • 4 stars

    17.28%

  • 3 stars

    2.18%

  • 2 stars

    0%

  • 1 star

    0.46%

SR
5

Reviewed on Jun 11, 2017

MB
4

Reviewed on Jun 4, 2017

KL
4

Reviewed on May 16, 2019

Placeholder

Open new doors with Coursera Plus

Unlimited access to 7,000+ world-class courses, hands-on projects, and job-ready certificate programs - all included in your subscription

Advance your career with an online degree

Earn a degree from world-class universities - 100% online

Join over 3,400 global companies that choose Coursera for Business

Upskill your employees to excel in the digital economy

Frequently asked questions