Sensileau Academy
The video explains the general set-up of our course programme for 2024.
Courses are offered at two different levels: fundamental and advanced. Fundamental courses typically include the following components:
- introduction to the parameter(s) addressed in the training course
- basic chemical or biological background knowledge needed to understand the detection principle of the parameter(s)
- measurement principles for the detection of the parameter(s)
- conditions for application of online/field monitoring instruments for the parameter(s)
The advanced course typically includes:
- quality assurance and quality control of the parameter(s) to be monitored online/on site
- design and implementation of a suitable monitoring strategy for the parameter(s)
- data collection and evaluation, and conversion of data into actionable information
Interested in one or more of our training courses planned for 2024? Let us know by completing the sign-up form. When ten or more people express their interest in the course in your preferred language, you will be notified immediately, and a date will be scheduled for the course.
Introduction to Online Sensor Technology
This course covers the basics of online sensor technology for the water industry. The most commonly used online sensor techniques will be explained, including colorimetric analysers, ion-selective electrodes (ISEs), optical sensors, early warning systems and biosensors. For each technology type, benefits, drawbacks and operational conditions are discussed.
Level: Fundamental
Complex Parameters
This course covers the latest developments in sensor technologies for complex parameters such as pesticides, PFAS and microplastics. During this course, the possibilities of novel detection technologies such as the use of Molecularly Imprinted Polymers in combination with electrochemical detection will be discussed in relation to current water monitoring challenges.
Level: Fundamental
Introduction to Online Sensor Technologies
This course covers the basics of online sensor technology for the water industry. The most commonly used online sensor techniques will be explained, including colorimetric analysers, ion-selective electrodes (ISEs), optical sensors, early warning systems and biosensors. For each technology type, benefits, drawbacks and operational conditions are discussed.
Level: Fundamental
Number of sessions in this course: 2
Next course date: to be determined
Nutrient Monitoring
In this course, we will discuss monitoring technologies for nutrients (nitrogen and phosphorus) in surface water, wastewater and drinking water. The course covers online optical, electrochemical and colorimetric methods for the detection of nutrients in water, and provides the participants with the necessary knowledge to select the most suitable technology for any particular application.
Level: Fundamental
Number of sessions in this course: 1
Next course date: to be determined
Algae & Cyanobacteria
This course focuses on the similarities of and differences between three laboratory methods and two field monitoring methods for the quantification of algae and cyanobacteria. The advanced course includes principles of quality assurance and quality control measures for these methods, the design and execution of a suitable monitoring strategy, and the evaluation of monitoring data.
Level: Fundamental or Advanced
Number of sessions in each course: 2
Next course date: to be determined
Early Warning Systems
Early Warning Systems (EWS) for the rapid detection of water quality issues can be based on chemical fingerprinting technologies or biological effect monitoring techniques using live organisms, tissues or cells. This course explains the most commonly used techniques in water monitoring and how to apply these in e.g. intake monitoring or wastewater treatment protection.
Level: Fundamental or Advanced
Number of sessions in each course: 2
Next course date: to be determined
Bacteria & Viruses
Since the start of the Covid-pandemic, virus detection in wastewater has become world news. Especially in recent years, many ways to detect micro-organisms in water rapidly have been developed. This course presents them in a clear overview, including the benefits and drawbacks of each method, to facilitate the selection of the right solution for solving specific microbial water quality issues.
Level: Fundamental
Number of sessions in each course: 1
Next course date: to be determined
Complex Parameters
This course covers the latest developments in sensor technologies for complex parameters such as pesticides, PFAS and microplastics. During this course, the possibilities of novel detection technologies such as the use of Molecularly Imprinted Polymers in combination with electrochemical detection will be discussed in relation to current water monitoring challenges.
Level: Fundamental
Number of sessions in each course: 1
Next course date: to be determined
| Course level | Costs per session - Classroom (2024) | Cost per course - E-learning (2024) |
| Fundamental | € 261.45 | TBD |
| Advanced | € 292.95 | TBD |