Sewerage System Design, Hydraulic Modelling and Rehabilitation Training Course

Course Introduction

Sewerage systems are critical components of urban infrastructure, providing safe and efficient collection, conveyance, treatment, and disposal of wastewater while protecting public health, preserving environmental quality, and supporting sustainable urban development. Increasing urbanization, aging sewer networks, population growth, stricter environmental regulations, and the impacts of climate change have significantly increased the need for modern sewerage systems that are hydraulically efficient, resilient, and environmentally sustainable. The Sewerage System Design, Hydraulic Modelling and Rehabilitation Training Course provides participants with comprehensive knowledge and practical skills in sewer network planning, hydraulic modelling, wastewater collection system design, rehabilitation strategies, and digital asset management using internationally recognized engineering standards and industry best practices.

The effective design and operation of sewerage infrastructure require a thorough understanding of wastewater generation, hydraulic behaviour, network configuration, pipe hydraulics, pumping systems, infiltration and inflow management, sewer maintenance, and rehabilitation technologies. This course introduces participants to gravity and pressurized sewer systems, sanitary sewer design, combined sewer systems, hydraulic modelling, flow analysis, pump stations, force mains, overflow management, asset condition assessment, trenchless rehabilitation methods, and wastewater infrastructure optimization. Participants will gain practical expertise in developing sewerage systems that improve hydraulic performance, minimize operational failures, reduce environmental pollution, and support sustainable wastewater management.

Through practical workshops, hydraulic modelling exercises, sewer network simulations, GIS-based infrastructure analysis, engineering software demonstrations, rehabilitation planning sessions, case studies, and real-world wastewater infrastructure projects, participants will develop competencies in sewer network analysis, hydraulic calibration, system optimization, flow monitoring, rehabilitation planning, maintenance management, and lifecycle asset management. The course emphasizes practical methodologies that improve sewer network reliability, reduce operational costs, minimize infiltration and inflow, strengthen environmental compliance, and optimize long-term infrastructure performance.

The course also explores emerging technologies transforming wastewater engineering, including artificial intelligence, machine learning, digital twins, Building Information Modelling (BIM), geographic information systems (GIS), Internet of Things (IoT) monitoring systems, supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA), smart sewer sensors, CCTV inspection technologies, drone-assisted infrastructure surveys, LiDAR mapping, cloud-based hydraulic modelling platforms, predictive maintenance systems, and advanced data analytics. Participants will understand how digital technologies improve sewer network modelling, optimize maintenance planning, enhance infrastructure monitoring, and enable data-driven wastewater management.

Special emphasis is placed on climate-resilient sewerage infrastructure, sustainable wastewater management, energy-efficient operations, environmental protection, regulatory compliance, emergency preparedness, combined sewer overflow mitigation, asset preservation, and circular economy principles in wastewater management. Participants will gain practical knowledge for designing resilient sewer systems, reducing pollution risks, improving operational efficiency, protecting public health, and supporting sustainable urban sanitation services.

Upon successful completion of the course, participants will possess advanced competencies in sewerage system design, hydraulic modelling, wastewater infrastructure rehabilitation, digital engineering technologies, and integrated asset management. These capabilities enable professionals to improve sewer network performance, strengthen engineering decisions, optimize infrastructure investments, enhance environmental sustainability, and successfully deliver resilient and efficient wastewater collection systems.

Duration

10 days

Who Should Attend

• Wastewater Engineers

• Sewerage System Engineers

• Water Resources Engineers

• Hydraulic Engineers

• Civil Engineers

• Municipal Engineers

• Environmental Engineers

• Utility Operations Engineers

• Infrastructure Asset Managers

• GIS Specialists

• SCADA and Automation Engineers

• Infrastructure Planning Consultants

• Government Water and Sanitation Officials

• Project Managers

• Operations and Maintenance Supervisors

• University Engineering Lecturers

Course Objectives

• Develop advanced expertise in sewerage system design, hydraulic modelling, and rehabilitation techniques for efficient and sustainable wastewater collection networks.

• Master wastewater hydraulics, sewer network analysis, hydraulic simulation, and system optimization methodologies for urban sanitation infrastructure.

• Strengthen competencies in designing gravity sewers, force mains, pump stations, combined sewer systems, and overflow control infrastructure.

• Gain practical knowledge of wastewater flow estimation, infiltration and inflow assessment, hydraulic capacity analysis, and sewer network performance evaluation.

• Learn advanced methods for sewer condition assessment, CCTV inspection, defect classification, rehabilitation planning, and infrastructure renewal.

• Enhance capabilities in applying trenchless rehabilitation technologies, pipe replacement strategies, and maintenance planning to extend infrastructure service life.

• Develop practical skills in hydraulic model calibration, scenario analysis, risk assessment, performance evaluation, and lifecycle asset management for sewerage systems.

• Build expertise in integrating BIM, digital twins, GIS, artificial intelligence, machine learning, IoT sensors, SCADA, CCTV inspection systems, LiDAR, and predictive analytics into sewerage engineering workflows.

• Improve understanding of climate-resilient wastewater infrastructure, environmental protection, regulatory compliance, energy efficiency, and sustainable urban sanitation practices.

• Explore emerging innovations including smart sewer networks, automated monitoring technologies, cloud-based hydraulic modelling platforms, and AI-driven predictive maintenance solutions.

• Strengthen leadership, multidisciplinary collaboration, technical communication, stakeholder engagement, reporting, and project management skills required for wastewater infrastructure projects.

• Equip participants with practical strategies to design, model, rehabilitate, monitor, and manage sewerage systems while improving reliability, environmental performance, and long-term infrastructure sustainability.

Course Outline

Module 1: Fundamentals of Sewerage Engineering

• Principles of wastewater collection and sewerage infrastructure systems

• Types of sewer networks and wastewater conveyance methods

• International standards and best practices for sewer design

• Lifecycle planning for wastewater infrastructure assets

Module 2: Wastewater Flow Analysis and Design Criteria

• Wastewater generation rates and demand estimation techniques

• Dry weather flow and peak flow calculation methodologies

• Infiltration and inflow assessment for sewer systems

• Hydraulic design criteria for sanitary sewer networks

Module 3: Sewer Network Design

• Gravity sewer design principles and hydraulic calculations

• Force main design and pressurized wastewater systems

• Pipe material selection and sizing methodologies

• Network layout optimization for efficient wastewater collection

Module 4: Hydraulic Modelling of Sewer Systems

• Development of hydraulic models for sewer networks

• Model calibration, validation, and performance verification

• Scenario analysis for system expansion and rehabilitation

• Interpretation of hydraulic modelling results for design decisions

Module 5: Pumping Stations and Lift Systems

• Design principles for wastewater pumping stations

• Pump selection and hydraulic performance optimization

• Wet well design and operational reliability considerations

• Energy-efficient operation of wastewater pumping systems

Module 6: Combined Sewer Systems and Overflow Control

• Design and operation of combined sewer systems

• Combined sewer overflow analysis and mitigation strategies

• Storage facilities and flow regulation techniques

• Regulatory compliance for overflow management

Module 7: Sewer Inspection and Condition Assessment

• CCTV inspection methodologies and defect identification

• Structural and operational condition assessment techniques

• Asset condition rating and prioritization methods

• Data management for sewer inspection programs

Module 8: Sewer Rehabilitation Technologies

• Trenchless rehabilitation methods and pipe lining technologies

• Pipe bursting and replacement techniques

• Rehabilitation planning and project implementation strategies

• Quality assurance during rehabilitation activities

Module 9: Asset Management and Maintenance

• Lifecycle asset management for sewerage infrastructure

• Preventive and predictive maintenance planning

• Risk-based infrastructure prioritization methodologies

• Performance monitoring and operational optimization

Module 10: Digital Technologies in Sewerage Engineering

• BIM applications for wastewater infrastructure projects

• Digital twins supporting sewer asset lifecycle management

• GIS applications for sewer network analysis

• Artificial intelligence for hydraulic optimization

Module 11: Smart Sewer Monitoring Systems

• IoT sensors for sewer flow and level monitoring

• SCADA systems for wastewater network operations

• Smart inspection technologies and automated monitoring

• Predictive maintenance using advanced analytics

Module 12: Environmental Sustainability and Climate Resilience

• Climate change impacts on wastewater infrastructure

• Sustainable wastewater management strategies

• Energy efficiency and carbon reduction initiatives

• Environmental protection and regulatory compliance

Module 13: Emergency Response and Risk Management

• Sewer network failure analysis and contingency planning

• Emergency response strategies for infrastructure failures

• Flood resilience and operational continuity planning

• Health and safety management in sewer operations

Module 14: Utility Operations and Performance Improvement

• Operational excellence in wastewater utility management

• Key performance indicators and benchmarking methodologies

• Service quality improvement through data-driven management

• Customer and stakeholder engagement strategies

Module 15: Emerging Trends in Wastewater Engineering

• Machine learning applications in sewer network management

• Smart wastewater infrastructure and digital utility transformation

• Predictive analytics for network optimization and maintenance

• Future innovations in intelligent sewerage systems

Module 16: Practical Sewerage Engineering Workshop

• Sewer network modelling using real-world utility case studies

• Hydraulic simulation and rehabilitation planning exercises

• Asset management and maintenance optimization activities

• Final project presentation with technical review and recommendations

Training Approach

This course will be delivered by our skilled trainers who have vast knowledge and experience as expert professionals in the fields. The course is taught in English and through a mix of theory, practical activities, group discussion and case studies. Course manuals and additional training materials will be provided to the participants upon completion of the training.

Tailor-Made Course

This course can also be tailor-made to meet organization requirement. For further inquiries, please contact us on: Email: training@upskilldevelopment.com Tel: +254 721 331 808

Training Venue 

The training will be held at our Upskill Training Centre. We also offer training for a group (at a discount of 10% to 50%) at requested location all over the world. The Onsite course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, buffet lunch, airport transfers, Upskill gift package, and guided tour.

Visa application, travel expenses, dinners, accommodation, insurance, and other personal expenses are catered by the participant

Certification

Participants will be issued with Upskill certificate upon completion of this course.

Airport Pickup and Accommodation

Airport pickup and accommodation is arranged upon request. For booking contact our Training Coordinator through Email: training@upskilldevelopment.com, +254 721 331 808

Terms of Payment:

Unless otherwise agreed between the two parties’ payment of the course fee should be done 3 working days before commencement of the training so as to enable us to prepare better.