Free Online Wastewater Courses & MOOCs

Coursera

University of Copenhagen

Sustainable Tourism – promoting environmental public health (Coursera)

Health & Society Science

Explore the intersection of tourism and environmental health with our Sustainable Tourism course. Designed for those interested in promoting public health through responsible travel practices, this course delves into the unique challenges faced by low-income countries experiencing rapid growth in international tourists. Learn about key environmental health issues, natural resources management, and discover potential pathways to a more sustainable form of tourism.

Jun 8th 2026

3 Weeks

Sustainability Wastewater Public Health

Coursera

École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

Villes africaines: Environnement et enjeux de développement durable (Coursera)

Social Sciences

Dans ce cours intitulé 'Villes africaines: Environnement et enjeux de développement durable', vous plongerez dans les problématiques environnementales spécifiques aux villes d'Afrique. Vous découvrirez comment l'environnement urbain influence le développement économique, social et écologique des pays africains. Les thèmes abordés incluent la gestion de l'eau potable, l'assainissement, la réduction des déchets, ainsi que l'importance croissante de l'agriculture urbaine pour une ville durable.

Jun 1st 2026

5-12 Weeks

Health Sustainability Environment

Coursera

Politecnico di Milano

New paradigms in wastewater management (Coursera)

Sci: Environment

Explore cutting-edge technologies and strategies essential for effective wastewater treatment in urban environments. This course, offered by Politecnico di Milano, provides a concise yet thorough overview of current and future trends in managing the urban water cycle, crucial for both conventional goals and the evolving demands of smart cities.

Jun 1st 2026

4 Weeks

Sustainability Water Wastewater

Coursera

École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

Planning & Design of Sanitation Systems and Technologies (Coursera)

Health & Society Sci: Environment

Discover the fundamentals of integrated sanitation planning with this comprehensive course. Gain insights into citywide sanitation strategies and specific contexts like informal settlements. Learn about the latest developments in urban sanitation and apply best practices to create effective solutions.

May 18th 2026

5-12 Weeks

Planning Technologies Wastewater

Nutrient Removal and Resource Recovery in Wastewater (edX)

EdX

Purdue University,PurdueX

Nutrient Removal and Resource Recovery in Wastewater (edX)

Engineering

Explore the essential techniques for nutrient removal and resource recovery in wastewater treatment plants with our expert-led online course. Gain a deep understanding of managing nitrogen and phosphorus levels, preventing harmful algal blooms, and contributing to sustainable water management practices worldwide.

Feb 13th 2023

5-12 Weeks

Wastewater Wastewater Treatment Anaerobic Digestion

Water and The Environment: Current Challenges and Solutions (edX)

EdX

IsraelX

Water and The Environment: Current Challenges and Solutions (edX)

Engineering Sci: Environment

Dive deep into the pressing global issue of water scarcity and sustainability with 'Water and The Environment: Current Challenges and Solutions'. This course, led by world-renowned experts, offers an in-depth look at the challenges we face today and the cutting-edge solutions being developed to ensure a sustainable water future for all.

Oct 31st 2022

5-12 Weeks

Sustainability Water Environment

EdX

Purdue University,PurdueX

Design of Sanitary Sewer Systems (edX)

Engineering

Discover the fundamentals of designing effective sanitary sewer systems through this engaging online course. From analyzing open channel flows to quantifying wastewater volumes, you'll gain a thorough understanding of the principles that underpin successful system design. This course is ideal for professionals and students interested in environmental engineering, water management, and public health.

Sep 27th 2021

5-12 Weeks

Engineering Wastewater Wastewater Flows

EdX

Delft University of Technology,DelftX

Drinking Water Treatment (edX)

Engineering

Immerse yourself in the world of urban water services with our Drinking Water Treatment course. Designed by experts, this course delves into the essential conventional technologies used to ensure safe and clean drinking water for communities worldwide. Learn about the various unit processes and understand the physical, chemical, and biological processes that play a crucial role in treating drinking water effectively.

Self Paced

Self-Paced

Water Water Treatment Wastewater

Water and Wastewater Treatment Engineering: Physicochemical Technology (edX)

EdX

Tsinghua University,TsinghuaX

Water and Wastewater Treatment Engineering: Physicochemical Technology (edX)

Engineering Sci: Energy & Earth Sciences

Dive into the world of Water and Wastewater Treatment Engineering: Physicochemical Technology, an edX course designed to equip you with essential knowledge on physicochemical processes used in treating water and wastewater. This course explores key principles, various treatment methods, their operation characteristics, and practical engineering applications.

Self Paced

Self-Paced

Water Treatment Wastewater Environmental Science