Free Online Water Treatment Courses & MOOCs

Coursera

École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

Introduction to Household Water Treatment and Safe Storage (Coursera)

Sci: Environment

Immerse yourself in this enlightening online course that unravels the secrets of Household Water Treatment and Safe Storage (HWTS). Gain valuable knowledge on improving drinking water quality at home, understanding the global impact of HWTS, exploring various treatment methods, and learning key components for successful program implementation. This course is perfect for anyone passionate about public health, environmental science, or sustainable living.

Jun 15th 2026

5-12 Weeks

Sustainability Water Water Treatment

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

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

EdX

Delft University of Technology,DelftX

Urban Sewage Treatment (edX)

Engineering Sci: Environment

Dive into the world of urban water management with our 'Urban Sewage Treatment' course on edX. This course is designed to provide a deep understanding of the fundamental technologies used in treating urban sewage. You'll explore various unit processes involved, including physical, chemical, and biological methods, all while focusing on improving water quality and ensuring the functionality of each process within the treatment chain.

Self Paced

Self-Paced

Engineering Water Treatment Urban Sewage

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

Water quality and the biogeochemical engine (edX)

EdX

École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne,EPFLx

Water quality and the biogeochemical engine (edX)

Sci: Biology & Life Sciences Sci: Chemistry

Dive into the fascinating world of water quality with our 'Water Quality and the Biogeochemical Engine' course. Uncover how natural processes shape water purity and learn practical methods to address water pollution challenges. This course is perfect for environmental enthusiasts looking to understand and tackle one of the most pressing issues facing our planet: ensuring a sustainable supply of clean, potable water.

No sessions available

5-12 Weeks

Photosynthesis Water Treatment Water Quality

Environmental Engineering: Drinking Water Treatment (edX)

EdX

Seoul National University,SNUx

Environmental Engineering: Drinking Water Treatment (edX)

Sci: Environment

Dive into the world of Environmental Engineering and explore the critical process of purifying drinking water. This course unravels the complexities of water quality, pollution sources, and the transformative treatments that ensure safe, potable water for consumption. Gain a deep understanding of natural and engineered systems designed to protect our most vital resource.

Self Paced

Self-Paced

Water Environment Water Treatment

EdX

Purdue University,PurdueX

Groundwater Contamination (edX)

Engineering Sci: Energy & Earth Sciences

Dive into the world beneath our feet with 'Groundwater Contamination', an insightful course by edX. Explore how human actions affect this vital freshwater resource, essential for drinking, agriculture, and ecosystems worldwide. Uncover the mechanisms behind contaminant transport in aquifers and gain a deeper understanding of water quality issues.

This course is archived

5-12 Weeks

Water Water Treatment Groundwater