Gestión del agua para las ciudades del futuro from edX

¿Sabes cuáles son los desafíos a los que se enfrentan las ciudades relativos al agua?

¿Sabes cuáles son las acciones que puedes realizar para la mejor gestión del agua en tu ciudad?

Este curso en línea gratis te presenta los principales desafíos y conceptos vinculados a la gestión del agua en el medio urbano relacionados con la gestión sostenible e integrada de los servicios de agua potable, saneamiento y drenaje y su vínculo con el entorno natural.

Para ello se revisan los aspectos institucionales, financieros y técnicos de la gestión del agua urbana y se examinan los enfoques de la economía circular, de visión de cuenca, de resiliencia y adaptación al cambio climático como mecanismos para garantizar el desarrollo sostenible de las ciudades.

Disponer de agua en cantidad y calidad es un elemento necesario para el bienestar de todos y para la prosperidad económica de cualquier territorio.

El curso está dirigido a funcionarios públicos y privados, técnicos, investigadores, docentes, estudiantes de America Latina y el Caribe y todas aquellas personas vinculadas con los procesos de gestión de aguas urbanas.

El futuro del agua y de las ciudades está en tus manos.

Este curso es "a tu propio ritmo" (self-paced) por lo que puedes registrarte en cualquier momento, aunque lleve abierto un tiempo.

Si optas por la modalidad asistente tendrás acceso ilimitado a los contenidos del curso, pero no podrás realizar las actividades evaluadas ni obtener el certificado.

Si optas por la modalidad certificado verificado puedes acceder al curso de manera ilimitada y puedes completar las evaluaciones calificadas hasta la fecha de cierre tras hacer un pago de USD 29 . De esta forma, si apruebas, además del certificado verificado, obtendrás una insignia digital que permite transformar la forma en que compartes tus logros académicos y profesionales como, por ejemplo, en redes sociales.

¿Conoces las ayudas financieras para optar al certificado verificado e insignia digital?

EdX ofrece asistencia financiera a aquellos alumnos que tengan dificultades para realizar el pago. Inscríbete en el curso y rellena esta solicitud de asistencia financiera.

What you'll learn

Al finalizar el curso, los participantes habrán aprendido a:

A. Identificar las características de la gestión de las aguas urbanas junto a sus principales desafíos, desde lo institucional, la gestión, la sostenibilidad financiera, aspectos de género y comunidades vulnerables, hasta los enfoques integrales que vinculan el sistema de agua potable con el drenaje y saneamiento; así como su relación con otras áreas urbanas.

B. Reconocer enfoques de la economía circular, la resiliencia y la visión de cuenca junto a fuentes principales y alternativas de suministro de agua.

C. Describir la relación entre drenaje, saneamiento y sostenibilidad para la prevención de inundaciones, incorporando herramientas para la planificación hídrica (HydroBID) y valorando la importancia del entorno natural y los beneficios de su integración en las ciudades.

D. Reconocer los roles de los actores y mecanismos de planificación para una gestión integrada y resiliente de aguas urbanas, incorporando mecanismos innovadores de financiamiento y tecnologías inteligentes.

Para lograr estos objetivos generales, en cada módulo deberás ir cumpliendo objetivos específicos que, en conjunto, te ayudarán a llegar a esta meta.

What's inside

Syllabus

Comienza aquí

Módulo 1: La gestión del agua en las ciudades

Módulo 2: Gestión integral del agua urbana

Módulo 3: Gestion del agua para las ciudades del futuro

Finaliza aquí

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Está diseñado para funcionarios públicos y privados, técnicos, investigadores, docentes, estudiantes de América Latina y el Caribe y todas aquellas personas vinculadas con los procesos de gestión de aguas urbanas

Incluye conceptos avanzados como la economía circular, la resiliencia y la visión de cuenca

Proporciona herramientas prácticas para la planificación hídrica, como HydroBID

Los instructores son expertos en gestión del agua con experiencia en instituciones reconocidas

Examina los desafíos institucionales, financieros y técnicos de la gestión del agua urbana

Puede ser cursado a tu propio ritmo, ofreciendo flexibilidad para los estudiantes

Career center

Learners who complete Gestión del agua para las ciudades del futuro will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Water Conservation Specialist

A Water Conservation Specialist develops and implements programs to reduce water use. This course may be particularly useful for someone in this role by helping them to develop a comprehensive understanding of water management. The course teaches participants about the different aspects of water management, from planning to implementation, which can help Water Conservation Specialists create more effective programs.

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Water Resources Manager

A Water Resources Manager plans and manages the use of water resources. This course may be particularly useful for someone in this role by teaching them about the challenges of water management in urban areas. The course also teaches how to plan for and manage the future of water resources, which is essential for Water Resources Managers working in a changing environment.

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Watershed Manager

A Watershed Manager protects and restores watersheds, which are areas of land that drain into a body of water. This course may be particularly useful for someone in this role by teaching them about the role of water in urban environments. The course also teaches how to plan for and manage the future of water resources, which is essential for Watershed Managers working in a changing environment.

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Urban Planner

An Urban Planner designs and manages the built environment, including land use, transportation, and housing. This course will help an Urban Planner to better understand the role of water in urban environments and how to plan for sustainable water use. Specifically, this course teaches participants about the relationship between urban planning and water systems.

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Transportation Planner

A Transportation Planner develops and manages transportation systems, including roads, railways, and airports. This course may be useful to a Transportation Planner by teaching them about the role of water in urban environments. The course also teaches how to plan for and manage the future of water resources, which is essential for Transportation Planners working in a changing environment.

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Public Health Engineer

A Public Health Engineer designs and manages systems to protect the public from environmental hazards. This course may be particularly useful for someone in this role by teaching them about the role of water in urban environments. The course also teaches how to plan for and manage the future of water resources, which is essential for Public Health Engineers working in a changing environment.

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Sanitation Engineer

A Sanitation Engineer designs and manages systems to collect and treat wastewater and solid waste. This course may be particularly useful for someone in this role by teaching them about the role of water in urban environments. The course also teaches how to plan for and manage the future of water resources, which is essential for Sanitation Engineers working in a changing environment.

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Sustainability Manager

A Sustainability Manager develops and implements policies and procedures to make businesses and organizations more environmentally friendly. This course may be particularly helpful for someone in this role by teaching them about the role of water management in environmental sustainability. The course teaches how to plan and manage a sustainable water cycle in a city or town, which is essential for Sustainability Managers working in urban areas.

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Water Resources Engineer

A Water Resources Engineer designs and manages systems used to deliver drinking water, wastewater, and irrigation.

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Environmental Engineer

An Environmental Engineer designs and oversees systems to protect the environment. This course teaches how cities can best incorporate natural systems into their urban planning, which can help Environmental Engineers design more sustainable urban areas.

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Water Treatment Plant Operator

A Water Treatment Plant Operator manages and maintains water treatment facilities. This course may be useful to a Water Treatment Plant Operator by teaching them how to manage a sustainable water cycle. It also teaches how to plan for the future of water treatment, which can change dramatically based on environmental factors and urbanization.

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Environmental Lawyer

An Environmental Lawyer advises clients on environmental laws and regulations and represents them in court. This course may be useful to an Environmental Lawyer by teaching them about the legal framework for water management in urban areas. The course also discusses the challenges of water management in urban areas and how to plan for the future of water resources, which is helpful for Environmental Lawyers who advise clients on these issues.

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Hydrologist

A Hydrologist studies the movement, distribution, and quality of water both above and below the surface of the Earth. This course may be useful to a Hydrologist by teaching them about the relationship between all parts of a city's water system. The course also teaches how various bodies of water interact with the natural environment, which can help Hydrologists manage and protect local water quality.

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Civil Engineer

A Civil Engineer designs and builds infrastructure projects such as roads, bridges, and water systems. This course in Gestión del agua para las ciudades del futuro may be useful to a Civil Engineer pursuing a specialization in municipal water systems. The course explains how to manage and plan large water systems while also teaching the role of water in urban environments.

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Environmental Scientist

An Environmental Scientist studies and works to protect the environment and its natural resources. This course, Gestión del agua para las ciudades del futuro, may be useful to an Environmental Scientist pursuing an interest in municipal resource management. The course teaches participants sustainability, financial management, and planning of natural resources as they relate to urbanism. This information can help Environmental Scientists working to develop sustainable practices for their city.

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