This MOOC is specifically designed for young researchers and professionals seeking advanced training in this crucial field.
The course offers a unique opportunity to develop cutting-edge knowledge in Hydrological and hydraulic modeling and Innovative water monitoring techniques. The MOOC is organized around three key pillars.
The first, Water Monitoring and Modelling, focuses on remote sensing applications for monitoring droughts and plant diseases, allowing participants to gain hands-on experience with advanced hydrological techniques. They will learn to assess and model water resources and hydrological systems, including water quality monitoring and modeling.
The second pillar, Water Governance and Distribution Systems, explores effective technologies and policies for climate-resilient water management, emphasizing the optimization of water supply and distribution infrastructures for sustainability and efficiency, as well as desalination processes to ensure a safe water supply.
Lastly, Agricultural Water Management takes an integrated approach to address specific challenges in agricultural water use, emphasizing the Water-Energy-Food-Ecosystem (WEFE) Nexus and sustainable solutions within it. This module incorporates cutting-edge technologies for precision agriculture and crop modeling, while also examining the connection between food security and virtual water trade.
