1. Introduction to water supply systems – forecasting population water demand.
2. Water quality – chemical and microbiological characteristics; regulatory and institutional framework.
3. Water abstraction and basic treatment processes (sedimentation, coagulation–flocculation, softening, clarification).
4. Filtration, chlorination, and other disinfection methods.
5. Control of odors, taste, organic pollutants, and toxic substances.
6. Waste streams from water treatment plants – management methods.
7. Corrosion in distribution networks – prevention and impacts.
8. Basic principles of drinking water treatment plant design.
9. Application exercises – analysis, measurements, and case studies.

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:

• Describe the physicochemical properties of water and their importance in treatment processes.
• Distinguish between pollution and contamination and identify sources of pollutants.
• Estimate potable water demand for a settlement and design appropriate treatment units.
• Apply water treatment techniques such as sedimentation, softening, clarification, filtration, and disinfection.
• Identify key water quality control parameters and relevant regulatory provisions.
• Address technical problems such as pipe corrosion and management of treatment by-products.