Urban Water Supply & Smart Water Solutions: Innovate For Sustainable Cities

Introduction:

Urban Water Supply & Smart Water Solutions empowers professionals to address the growing challenges of urban water management through innovative technologies and strategies. This course focuses on optimizing water distribution, implementing smart metering, and enhancing water efficiency in urban environments. Participants will learn to leverage data analytics, IoT, and advanced technologies to ensure sustainable and resilient water supplies. This course bridges the gap between traditional urban water management and the urgent need for smart, data-driven solutions, enabling professionals to create water-secure cities.

Target Audience:

This course is designed for professionals involved in urban water management, infrastructure, and technology, including:

• Water Utility Managers
• Urban Planners
• Civil Engineers
• IoT Specialists
• Data Analysts
• Municipal Officials
• Environmental Consultants
• Technology Developers

Course Objectives:

Upon completion of this Urban Water Supply & Smart Water Solutions course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the challenges and opportunities in urban water supply management.
• Implement smart metering and advanced leak detection technologies.
• Utilize data analytics and IoT for real-time water monitoring and control.
• Develop and implement strategies for water distribution network optimization.
• Understand the principles of non-revenue water (NRW) reduction and water loss management.
• Implement strategies for enhancing water efficiency in buildings and urban spaces.
• Understand the role of smart water grids and digital water management platforms.
• Implement strategies for integrating renewable energy into urban water systems.
• Understand the role of policy and regulation in promoting smart water solutions.
• Implement strategies for stakeholder engagement and community participation in urban water management.
• Evaluate the economic and environmental benefits of smart water solutions.
• Enhance their ability to design and implement smart urban water management systems.
• Improve urban water utility performance and resource efficiency.
• Contribute to the development of water-secure and sustainable cities.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and best practices in smart water solutions.
• Become a knowledgeable and effective smart water management professional.
• Understand ethical considerations in data collection and technology use in urban water management.
• Learn how to use smart water technology and data analysis tools effectively.

DURATION

10 Days

COURSE CONTENT

Module 1: Introduction to Urban Water Supply and Smart Water Solutions

• Overview of urban water challenges (water scarcity, aging infrastructure, climate change).
• Understanding the principles of sustainable urban water management.
• Introduction to smart water solutions and digital water management.
• Review of relevant international and national urban water policies.
• Setting the stage for water-secure and resilient cities.

Module 2: Water Distribution Network Analysis and Optimization

• Implementing techniques for analyzing water distribution network performance.
• Utilizing hydraulic modeling and simulation tools.
• Analyzing pressure management and flow optimization strategies.
• Understanding the principles of network zoning and district metering.
• Understanding the importance of infrastructure asset management.

Module 3: Smart Metering and Advanced Leak Detection Technologies

• Implementing smart metering systems for real-time water consumption monitoring.
• Utilizing advanced leak detection technologies (acoustic sensors, satellite imagery).
• Analyzing data analytics for leak localization and prevention.
• Understanding the principles of automated meter reading (AMR) and advanced metering infrastructure (AMI).
• Understanding the importance of data security.

Module 4: Data Analytics and IoT for Real-Time Water Monitoring and Control

• Implementing IoT sensors for water quality, pressure, and flow monitoring.
• Utilizing data analytics platforms for real-time data visualization and analysis.
• Analyzing the role of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) in water management.
• Understanding the principles of supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) systems.
• Understanding the importance of predictive maintenance.

Module 5: Non-Revenue Water (NRW) Reduction and Water Loss Management

• Understanding the components of non-revenue water (NRW).
• Implementing strategies for reducing physical and commercial losses.
• Utilizing techniques for pressure management, active leak detection, and meter calibration.
• Analyzing the role of performance indicators and benchmarking.
• Understanding the importance of water balance analysis.

Module 6: Water Efficiency in Buildings and Urban Spaces

• Implementing strategies for enhancing water efficiency in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings.
• Utilizing techniques for rainwater harvesting, greywater recycling, and water-efficient fixtures.
• Analyzing the role of green building codes and water conservation programs.
• Understanding the principles of water-sensitive urban design (WSUD).
• Understanding the importance of urban green spaces.

Module 7: Smart Water Grids and Digital Water Management Platforms

• Understanding the principles of smart water grids and integrated water management platforms.
• Implementing strategies for data integration and interoperability.
• Utilizing cloud computing and mobile applications for water management.
• Analyzing the role of digital twins for simulating and optimizing water systems.
• Understanding the importance of cybersecurity.

Module 8: Integrating Renewable Energy into Urban Water Systems

• Implementing strategies for integrating renewable energy (solar, wind) into water pumping and treatment systems.
• Utilizing energy-efficient technologies and demand-side management.
• Analyzing the role of energy storage systems in water infrastructure.
• Understanding the principles of net-zero water energy systems.
• Understanding the importance of energy audits.

Module 9: Policy and Regulation for Smart Water Solutions

• Understanding the role of policy and regulation in promoting smart water solutions.
• Analyzing national and local water policies and regulations.
• Implementing strategies for promoting regulatory reforms and incentives.
• Understanding the principles of water pricing and tariff design.
• Understanding the importance of data governance.

Module 10: Stakeholder Engagement and Community Participation

• Implementing strategies for stakeholder engagement and community participation in urban water management.
• Utilizing techniques for public awareness campaigns and education programs.
• Analyzing the role of citizen science and community-based water monitoring.
• Understanding the principles of participatory planning and decision-making.
• Understanding the importance of customer feedback.

Module 11: Economic and Financial Aspects of Smart Water Solutions

• Implementing methodologies for conducting economic assessments of smart water solutions.
• Utilizing cost-benefit analysis and return on investment (ROI) calculations.
• Analyzing the role of public-private partnerships and innovative financing mechanisms.
• Understanding the principles of water utility business planning.
• Understanding the importance of affordability.

Module 12: Climate Resilience and Adaptation in Urban Water Systems

• Implementing strategies for building climate resilience in urban water systems.
• Utilizing techniques for addressing climate-induced water scarcity and flooding.
• Analyzing the role of green infrastructure and nature-based solutions.
• Understanding the principles of climate-resilient urban planning.
• Understanding the importance of drought and flood forecasting.

Module 13: Water Quality Management and Treatment in Urban Environments

• Implementing strategies for ensuring water quality in urban water supply systems.
• Utilizing advanced water treatment technologies and disinfection methods.
• Analyzing the role of source water protection and pollution control.
• Understanding the principles of decentralized wastewater treatment.
• Understanding the importance of real time water quality monitoring.

Module 14: Case Studies and Best Practices in Smart Urban Water Management

• Analyzing real-world case studies of successful smart water solutions implementation.
• Learning from best practices across different cities and regions.
• Identifying key lessons learned and challenges in implementation.
• Discussing the role of innovation and collaboration.
• Sharing knowledge and experience.

Module 15: Future Trends and Action Planning for Smart and Sustainable Cities

• Exploring emerging trends and opportunities in smart urban water management (AI, blockchain, circular economy).
• Developing action plans for advancing smart water solutions within organizations and cities.
• Analyzing the role of individual and collective action.
• Understanding the importance of long-term commitment.
• Understanding how to stay up to date on urban smart water information.

Training Approach

This course will be delivered by our skilled trainers who have vast knowledge and experience as expert professionals in the fields. The course is taught in English and through a mix of theory, practical activities, group discussion and case studies. Course manuals and additional training materials will be provided to the participants upon completion of the training.

Tailor-Made Course

This course can also be tailor-made to meet organization requirement. For further inquiries, please contact us on: Email: info@skillsforafrica.org, training@skillsforafrica.org  Tel: +254 702 249 449

Training Venue

The training will be held at our Skills for Africa Training Institute Training Centre. We also offer training for a group at requested location all over the world. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and buffet lunch.

Visa application, travel expenses, airport transfers, dinners, accommodation, insurance, and other personal expenses are catered by the participant

Certification

Participants will be issued with Skills for Africa Training Institute certificate upon completion of this course.

Airport Pickup and Accommodation

Airport pickup and accommodation is arranged upon request. For booking contact our Training Coordinator through Email: info@skillsforafrica.org, training@skillsforafrica.org  Tel: +254 702 249 449

Terms of Payment: Unless otherwise agreed between the two parties’ payment of the course fee should be done 5 working days before commencement of the training.