49255 Catchment Modelling

6cp; block
Requisite(s): ((120 credit points of completed study in spk(s): C10061 Bachelor of Engineering Diploma Engineering Practice OR 120 credit points of completed study in spk(s): C10066 Bachelor of Engineering Science OR 120 credit points of completed study in spk(s): C10067 Bachelor of Engineering OR 120 credit points of completed study in spk(s): C09067 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) Diploma Professional Engineering Practice OR 120 credit points of completed study in spk(s): C09066 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)) AND 48362 Hydraulics and Hydrology)
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Postgraduate

Description

This course provides an introduction to the concepts and reductionist approach involved in the modelling of catchment processes influencing the quantity and quality of surface runoff from a catchment. Different forms of conceptual models are introduced and how these concepts are combined to provide a catchment modelling system. Considerations, limitations and implementation of catchment modelling systems is discussed, with a focus on calibration, validation and sensitivity testing of a catchment system model. An introduction to the processes influencing the generation and movement of surface runoff and pollutant constituents, and associated routing flows and constituents along the channels and rivers in a catchment drainage network is covered to facilitate an understanding of the possibilities and limitations of catchment modelling. Finally, the information and data required for the use of these modelling systems to provide insights, inclusive of sources of this information are also examined.

Typical availability

Spring session, City campus

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Subject EFTSL: 0.125

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