Appropriate techniques for drinking water treatment. Appropriate technologies for the removal of specific contaminants: arsenic, fluorides, ammonia, nitrates, organic compounds, etc.. Appropriate methodologies for drinking water management along the supply chain (transport/distribution, storage and handling).
2. Appropriate methodologies and techniques for wastewater treatment and management
Overview on the quality and quantity of wastewater in resource-limited countries. Appropriate methodologies and techniques related to the treatment and storage of wastewater: on-site and off-site solutions. Traditional latrines, ventilated latrines, septic tanks, Imhoff tanks, ponds, fitodepuration: theoretical aspects, applications and design criteria.
3. Appropriate methodologies and techniques for solid waste treatment and management
Overview on the quality and quantity of solid waste in resource-limited countries. Appropriate methodologies and techniques for the collection, transport, treatment and final disposal of solid waste: composting plant for organic matter, plastic and can recovery, final disposal in landfills.