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Quick Facts
| Medium Of Instructions | Mode Of Learning | Mode Of Delivery |
|---|---|---|
| English | Self Study | Video and Text Based |
Course Overview
The Water Economics And Governance certification course delves into freshwater management, addressing its crucial role in sustaining life and development. Covering topics such as sustainable water usage, valuation techniques, and water governance in India, it equips students with a comprehensive understanding of water management economics.
Designed for students in Civil and Environmental Engineering, the Water Economics And Governance certification by Swayam explores the complexities of freshwater governance. With a focus on multi-level governance and economic principles, it empowers students to navigate water-related challenges effectively. The course provides essential knowledge for students pursuing careers in water management.
The Highlights
- Elective Online Course
- 12 Weeks Duration
- Offered by IIT Kharagpur
Programme Offerings
- Certificate of completion
- Practical Learning
- Hands-on Experience
Courses and Certificate Fees
| Fees Informations | Certificate Availability | Certificate Providing Authority |
|---|---|---|
| INR 1000 | yes | IIT Kharagpur |
The Water Economics And Governance certification fees is free. However, if you want a certificate, you must register and take the proctored exam at designated centres, which is optional and comes with a fee of Rs 1000.
Water Economics And Governance Certification Fee Structure
Particulars | Total Fees |
Water Economics And Governance (exam) | Rs 1000/- |
Eligibility Criteria
Academic Qualifications
The Water Economics And Governance certification course is intended for undergraduate students studying Civil or Environmental Engineering, as well as postgraduate students specialising in Environmental, Water, or Agricultural Engineering.
Certification Qualifying Details
To receive the Water Economics And Governance certification by Swayam, you need a minimum average assignment score of 10/25 and an exam score of 30/75.
What you will learn
After completing the Water Economics And Governance certification syllabus, you will gain a comprehensive understanding of the intricate dynamics of freshwater management, exploring its fundamental importance in sustaining life, livelihoods, and sustainable development.
Upon completion of the Water Economics And Governance training, you will delve into the complexities of balancing financial, environmental, social, and political considerations inherent in effective water governance. You will grasp the foundational concepts of sustainable water usage, learning how to evaluate and prioritise water needs within various contexts.
Who it is for
The Water Economics And Governance online course is suitable for individuals students specialising in Environmental, Water, or Agricultural Engineering. This course can also be beneficial for:
Admission Details
Follow these steps to join the Water Economics And Governance classes:
Step 1: Browse the URL below:
https://onlinecourses.nptel.ac.in/noc23_ce86/preview
Step 2: Click on the “Sign-in/ Register” button
Step 3: Fill out the necessary details and submit the form
The Syllabus
- Introduction: General outline
- Water availability and uses: national and international scenario
- Challenges in water management
- Water Rights: Need of water rights
- Water and sanitation in international law
- Right to Water
- Entitlements and criteria
- Water Sustainability: Concept of sustainable water uses
- The Dublin statement
- Sustainable water management with economical, engineering, ecological and social viewpoints
- Stakeholders’ participation.
- Valuing Water: The use and non-use values of water
- Valuation methods
- Non-revenue waters (NRW) and unaccounted for water (UFW)
- Metering water uses
- Water management through economic instruments.
- Water Pricing - Approach and Models: Significance of water pricing
- Average and marginal cost pricing
- Short-run marginal cost pricing
- Water pricing models - flat rate, uniform rate, increasing block tariff and seasonal rate models.
- Conflicts in Water Pricing: Conflicts on subsidy verses sustainability, efficiency verses fairness in supply, development decisions verses capacity restrictions
- Water pricing practices in India and abroad
- Relevant case studies.
- Economics of Water Projects: Economics of sectoral water allocation
- Capital budgeting in water projects
- Costs concepts of capital budgeting
- Financial evaluation of water projects
- Economic Evaluation Methods: Methods of project evaluation
- Payback Period; Discounted Payback Period
- Net Present Value
- Internal Rate of Return
- Average Rate of Return
- Benefit-Cost Ratio.
- Water Governance: Elements and dimensions of water governance
- Building blocks
- Effective water governance schemes
- Benchmarking water governance
- Indicators of good governance
- Water Governance in India: National water policies and water acts
- Water regulatory authorities
- Power and roles of central and state regulatory authorities
- Legal and regulatory framework for hydro projects
- Institutional arrangement and administrative controls of water service
- Interstate water management initiatives; Stakeholders’ participation
- NGOs and social movements
- Water Disputes Management: Interstate and intrastate water disputes resolutions practices
- Judiciary involvements
- Tribunals for water disputes resolutions
- Treaties and bilateral agreements
- Environmental issues and disputes related to water resources projects
- Relevant case studies.
- Global Water Diplomacy: International freshwater agreements
- Global water treaties and transboundary water agreements between the countries on international water resources
- Multi-national water disputes and their resolution mechanisms
- Relevant case studies.
Evaluation process
The Water Economics And Governance certification offers an optional exam. Your final score is determined by averaging the best 8 out of 12 assignments (25%) and your proctored exam score (75%).
Instructors
IIT Kharagpur Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
This course is suitable for students with a background in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or related fields. A basic understanding of environmental science and engineering principles is beneficial.
This course equips you with essential knowledge and skills in the water management sector. It provides insights into sustainable water usage, valuation techniques, water governance frameworks, and conflict resolution strategies.
While the course does cover water governance in India extensively, it also includes broader discussions on fundamental principles of freshwater management, valuation methods, and global water diplomacy.
While there are no strict prerequisites, a foundational understanding of engineering principles and environmental science concepts would be beneficial.
Industry support from organizations such as Jal Boards and water management companies provides valuable insights into real-world challenges and practices in the water sector.