SUSTAINABLE WATER RESOURCES ENGINEERING

Course Description

This project‐based course will introduce students to the fundamental principles of sustainable water resources engineering. The goal is to give essential knowledge of sustainability in the context of water systems and upon completion, candidates should be able to investigate, define water resources sustainability, plan and find a way of solution for an appropriate design. Course outline will include contents such as an introduction to hydrology and the effect of climate change, basic knowledge of ground water engineering, introduction to dams and hydropower systems, introduction to eco‐structures and rainwater harvesting, knowledge of sustainable drainage systems and water treatment/reuse.

SUSTAINABLE WATER RESOURCES ENGINEERING

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Course Syllabus

Reference Books & Course Materials

1. 01 Dingman, S. L. (2015). Physical Hydrology (3rd ed.). Waveland Press, Inc.
2. 02 Loucks, D. P., & van Beek, E. (2017). Water Resource Systems Planning and Management: An Introduction to Methods, Models, and Applications. Springer.
3. 03 Mays, L. W. (2010). Water Resources Engineering. John Wiley & Sons.
4. 04 Savenije, H. H. G., & van der Zaag, P. (2008). Integrated Water Resources Management: Concepts and Tools. UNESCO-IHE.

Learning Outcomes

1. L01 Identify the basic concepts of hydrology, hydraulics, and water resources engineering, and explain the importance of sustainability in water resources systems. SOLO 2
2. L02 Interpret the main components of the hydrologic cycle, watershed characteristics, precipitation data, IDF curves, return period, and risk concepts used in water resources engineering. SOLO 4
3. L03 Apply hydrologic methods to estimate rainfall losses, effective rainfall, runoff depth, and peak discharge using methods such as infiltration concepts, Rational Method, SCS-CN, and TR-55. SOLO 5
4. L04 Analyze storm hydrographs and watershed response by considering time of concentration, lag time, baseflow separation, urbanization effects, and direct runoff behavior. SOLO 4
5. L05 Evaluate sustainable stormwater and water resources management alternatives by considering technical, environmental, social, economic, and ethical aspects, and communicate results through reports or presentations. SOLO 5

Program Outcomes

1. P01 Knowledge of mathematics, natural sciences, basic engineering, computer-based computation, and topics specific to the relevant engineering discipline.
2. P02 Ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, natural sciences, basic engineering, computer-based computation, and topics specific to the relevant engineering discipline to the solution of complex engineering problems.
3. P03 Ability to define complex engineering problems by using knowledge of basic sciences, mathematics, and engineering, while considering the relevant United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) related to the problem addressed.
4. P04 Ability to formulate complex engineering problems using knowledge of basic sciences, mathematics, and engineering, while considering the relevant United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) associated with the problem addressed.
5. P05 Ability to analyse and solve complex engineering problems using knowledge of basic sciences, mathematics, and engineering, while considering the relevant United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) associated with the problem addressed.
6. P06 Ability to design creative solutions to complex engineering problems.
7. P07 Ability to design complex systems, processes, devices, or products in a way that meets present and future needs while considering realistic constraints and conditions.
8. P08 Ability to select and use appropriate techniques and resources—including estimation and modelling—for the analysis and solution of complex engineering problems, while being aware of their limitations.
9. P09 Ability to select and use modern engineering and computational tools—including estimation and modelling—for the analysis and solution of complex engineering problems, while being aware of their limitations.
10. P10 Ability to conduct literature research and use appropriate research methods for the investigation of complex engineering problems.
11. P11 Ability to design experiments for the investigation of complex engineering problems.
12. P12 Ability to conduct experiments, collect data, analyse results, and interpret findings for the investigation of complex engineering problems.
13. P13 Knowledge of the impacts of engineering practices on society, health and safety, the economy, sustainability, and the environment within the framework of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
14. P14 Awareness of the legal implications of engineering solutions within the framework of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
15. P15 Knowledge of ethical responsibility and adherence to the principles of professional engineering conduct.
16. P16 Awareness of acting impartially without discrimination in any matter and of being inclusive of diversity.
17. P17 Ability to work effectively as an individual.
18. P18 Ability to work effectively as a team member or leader in intra-disciplinary teams (face-to-face, remote, or hybrid).
19. P19 Ability to work effectively as a team member or leader in multidisciplinary teams (face-to-face, remote, or hybrid).
20. P20 Ability to communicate effectively in spoken form on technical matters, taking into account the diverse characteristics of the target audience (such as education, language, and profession).
21. P21 Ability to communicate effectively in written form on technical matters, taking into account the diverse characteristics of the target audience (such as education, language, and profession).
22. P22 Knowledge of professional practices such as project management and economic feasibility analysis.
23. P23 Awareness of entrepreneurship and innovation.
24. P24 Ability for independent and lifelong learning.
25. P25 Ability to adapt to new and emerging technologies.
26. P26 Lifelong learning ability that includes the capacity to think critically about technological changes.

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