The course content is divided into a theoretical part, as well as practical case studies and an overview of the technological innovations in the field. The theoretical part is divided into six sub-courses, which include assignments:

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• Sub-course 1: Introduction to Faecal Sludge Management

• Unit 1.1: General Introduction to Faecal Sludge Management

• Unit 1.2: Introduction to the Course on Faecal Sludge Management

Sub-course 2: Technological Fundaments of Faecal Sludge Management

• Unit 2.1: Characterisation of Faecal Sludge

• Unit 2.2: Containment Systems

• Unit 2.3: Treatment Mechanisms

Sub-course 3: Collection and Transport of Faecal Sludge

• Unit 3.1: Methods and Means of Transport

Sub-course 4: Faecal Sludge Treatment Technologies

• Unit 4.1: Overview of Technologies for Faecal Sludge Treatment

• Unit 4.2: Settling-Thickening

• Unit 4.3: Drying Beds

• Unit 4.4: Co-Treatment with Faecal Sludge

• Unit 4.5: Enduse of Treatment Products

Sub-course 5: Management in Faecal Sludge Management

• Unit 5.1: Operation and Maintenance

• Unit 5.2: Institutional Frameworks

• Unit 5.3: Financial Transfers and Responsibility

Sub-course 6: Non-technical Aspects of Faecal Sludge Management

• Unit 6.1: Assessment of the Initial Situation

• Unit 6.2: Planning of Integrated FSM Systems

• Unit 6.3: Shit Flow Diagram