The Water Demand Management (WDM) / Water Loss Management course is a comprehensive programme designed to equip students with the tools, strategies, and practical techniques required to reduce water losses and promote sustainable water use. As global water resources become increasingly stressed, this course empowers learners to play a critical role in conserving water through effective technical interventions and strategic planning.
Students will explore the foundations of water demand management, including the development of conservation strategies, institutional integration, and community education. The course delves into advanced technical topics such as pressure-leakage relationships, minimum night flow analysis, advanced pressure control, leakage economics, and real loss benchmarking. Learners will also gain hands-on exposure to tools and methodologies such as PRESMAC for pressure management modelling, Econoleak for economic analysis, and the application of confidence limits to annual water audits.
Additionally, the programme covers essential fieldwork skills such as data logging (pressure and flow), leak detection, control valve maintenance, bulk metering, meter reading, and domestic audits. Interpersonal skills and public participation are also included to support learners in leading effective WDM initiatives at municipal, industrial, and community levels.
Structured into 12 focused modules that can be taken individually or as a full course, this masterclass is ideal for municipal water technicians, engineers, planners, and sustainability professionals committed to reducing non-revenue water and improving overall water service delivery.
