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01 Introduction to Hydraulics and Hydrology 3 topics
1 Fundamental Concepts
- Definition and Scope
- Historical Development
- Relationship Between Hydraulics and Hydrology
2 Importance in Civil Engineering
- Water Resources Management
- Environmental Engineering Applications
- Infrastructure Design
3 Basic Physical Properties
- Density and Specific Weight
- Viscosity
- Surface Tension
- Compressibility
02 Fluid Statics 3 topics
1 Pressure and Its Measurement
- Definition of Pressure
- Absolute and Gauge Pressure
- Pressure Measurement Devices
2 Hydrostatic Forces on Surfaces
- Flat Surfaces
- Curved Surfaces
- Pressure Diagrams
3 Buoyancy and Flotation
- Archimedes' Principle
- Stability of Floating Bodies
- Metacenter and Metacentric Height
03 Fluid Kinematics 3 topics
1 Flow Classification
- Steady and Unsteady Flow
- Uniform and Non-uniform Flow
- Laminar and Turbulent Flow
- Compressible and Incompressible Flow
2 Flow Visualization and Measurement
- Streamlines, Streaklines, and Pathlines
- Velocity and Acceleration Fields
- Control Volume Approach
3 Continuity Equation
- Derivation for One-dimensional Flow
- Applications in Various Flow Systems
- Three-dimensional Continuity Equation
04 Fluid Dynamics 3 topics
1 Energy Principles
- Forms of Energy in Fluid Flow
- Bernoulli's Equation
- Energy Grade Line and Hydraulic Grade Line
2 Momentum Principles
- Newton's Laws Applied to Fluids
- Momentum Equation for Steady Flow
- Force Analysis in Pipe Bends and Reducers
3 Applications of Energy and Momentum Principles
- Flow Measurement Devices
- Hydraulic Machinery
- Jet Propulsion
05 Dimensional Analysis and Similitude 4 topics
1 Dimensional Homogeneity
- Dimensions and Units
- Dimensional Consistency
2 Buckingham Pi Theorem
- Methodology
- Selection of Repeating Variables
3 Dimensionless Parameters in Fluid Mechanics
- Reynolds Number
- Froude Number
- Mach Number
- Weber Number
4 Hydraulic Models
- Geometric, Kinematic, and Dynamic Similarity
- Scale Effects
- Model Testing Procedures
06 Pipe Flow 4 topics
1 Laminar Flow in Pipes
- Hagen-Poiseuille Equation
- Velocity Distribution
- Energy Loss
2 Turbulent Flow in Pipes
- Velocity Profiles
- Friction Factor
- Moody Diagram
3 Major and Minor Losses
- Darcy-Weisbach Equation
- Loss Coefficients for Fittings and Valves
- Equivalent Length Concept
4 Pipe Networks
- Series and Parallel Pipes
- Branching Pipes
- Loop Networks and Hardy Cross Method
- Computer Modeling of Pipe Networks
07 Open Channel Flow 5 topics
1 Basic Concepts and Classifications
- Channel Geometry
- Velocity Distribution
- Subcritical, Critical, and Supercritical Flow
2 Energy Concepts in Open Channel Flow
- Specific Energy
- Critical Depth
- Hydraulic Jump
3 Uniform Flow
- Chezy Equation
- Manning's Equation
- Best Hydraulic Sections
4 Gradually Varied Flow
- Classification of Water Surface Profiles
- Computation Methods
- Numerical Solutions
5 Rapidly Varied Flow
- Hydraulic Jump Analysis
- Weirs and Flumes
- Spillways and Energy Dissipators
08 Hydrologic Cycle and Precipitation 4 topics
1 Components of the Hydrologic Cycle
- Evaporation and Transpiration
- Condensation and Precipitation
- Infiltration and Groundwater Flow
- Surface Runoff
2 Precipitation Analysis
- Types and Formation of Precipitation
- Measurement Techniques
- Rain Gauge Networks
3 Statistical Analysis of Precipitation Data
- Rainfall Intensity-Duration-Frequency (IDF) Curves
- Depth-Area-Duration Analysis
- Probable Maximum Precipitation
4 Design Storms
- Temporal Distribution of Rainfall
- Spatial Distribution of Rainfall
- Design Storm Selection
09 Evaporation and Evapotranspiration 3 topics
1 Physical Process
- Energy Balance
- Mass Transfer
- Factors Affecting Evaporation
2 Measurement Techniques
- Evaporation Pans
- Lysimeters
- Remote Sensing Methods
3 Estimation Methods
- Empirical Formulas
- Penman-Monteith Method
- Thornthwaite Method
- Blaney-Criddle Method
10 Infiltration and Soil Water 4 topics
1 Soil Properties Related to Water Movement
- Porosity and Void Ratio
- Permeability and Hydraulic Conductivity
- Capillarity
2 Infiltration Process
- Factors Affecting Infiltration
- Infiltration Capacity
- Initial and Final Infiltration Rates
3 Infiltration Models
- Horton's Equation
- Green-Ampt Method
- Philip's Equation
- SCS Curve Number Method
4 Measurement Techniques
- Infiltrometers
- Field Tests
- Remote Sensing Applications
11 Runoff Analysis 4 topics
1 Rainfall-Runoff Relationship
- Factors Affecting Runoff
- Runoff Coefficient
- Time of Concentration
2 Hydrograph Analysis
- Components of a Hydrograph
- Base Flow Separation
- Unit Hydrograph Theory
3 Synthetic Unit Hydrographs
- Snyder's Method
- SCS Dimensionless Unit Hydrograph
- Clark's Method
4 Routing Techniques
- Hydrologic Routing
- Hydraulic Routing
- Muskingum Method
- Kinematic Wave Routing
12 Groundwater Hydrology 4 topics
1 Groundwater Occurrence
- Aquifers and Aquitards
- Confined and Unconfined Aquifers
- Water Table and Piezometric Surface
2 Groundwater Movement
- Darcy's Law
- Permeability and Transmissivity
- Flow Nets
3 Well Hydraulics
- Steady-State Flow to Wells
- Unsteady Flow to Wells
- Multiple Well Systems
- Pumping Tests
4 Groundwater Modeling
- Analytical Solutions
- Numerical Models
- Parameter Estimation
13 Hydrologic Statistics and Frequency Analysis 4 topics
1 Statistical Distributions in Hydrology
- Normal Distribution
- Log-Normal Distribution
- Extreme Value Distributions
- Pearson Type III Distribution
2 Frequency Analysis
- Return Period and Exceedance Probability
- Plotting Positions
- Goodness-of-Fit Tests
3 Regional Frequency Analysis
- Regionalization Methods
- Index Flood Method
- Regional Growth Curves
4 Risk Analysis
- Design Risk and Reliability
- Joint Probability Concepts
- Monte Carlo Simulation
14 Hydrologic Modeling 4 topics
1 Classification of Hydrologic Models
- Physical vs. Conceptual Models
- Lumped vs. Distributed Models
- Deterministic vs. Stochastic Models
2 Conceptual Rainfall-Runoff Models
- Stanford Watershed Model
- HEC-HMS
- SWMM
- MIKE-SHE
3 Model Calibration and Verification
- Parameter Estimation
- Sensitivity Analysis
- Validation Procedures
4 Model Applications
- Flood Forecasting
- Water Resources Planning
- Climate Change Impact Assessment
15 Floodplain Hydraulics 4 topics
1 Flood Characteristics
- Types of Flooding
- Factors Affecting Flood Magnitude
- Historical Floods
2 Floodplain Delineation
- Hydraulic Analysis Methods
- HEC-RAS Modeling
- Two-dimensional Flow Models
3 Flood Damage Assessment
- Direct and Indirect Damages
- Stage-Damage Relationships
- Economic Analysis
4 Flood Management
- Structural Measures
- Non-structural Measures
- Integrated Flood Management
16 Urban Hydrology 4 topics
1 Effects of Urbanization on Hydrology
- Changes in Runoff Characteristics
- Modification of Stream Channels
- Water Quality Impacts
2 Urban Drainage Systems
- Storm Sewers
- Combined Sewer Systems
- Detention Facilities
3 Design Methods
- Rational Method
- Time-Area Method
- SWMM and Other Urban Models
4 Low Impact Development
- Green Infrastructure
- Permeable Pavements
- Bioretention Systems
- Green Roofs
17 Sediment Transport in Rivers and Channels 5 topics
1 Properties of Sediment
- Size Distribution
- Shape Factors
- Fall Velocity
2 Initiation of Motion
- Critical Shear Stress
- Shields Diagram
- Incipient Motion Criteria
3 Bed Load Transport
- Mechanics of Bed Load Movement
- Bed Load Equations
- Measurement Techniques
4 Suspended Load Transport
- Suspension Mechanics
- Concentration Profiles
- Total Load Equations
5 Reservoir Sedimentation
- Trap Efficiency
- Density Currents
- Reservoir Life Estimation
18 Hydraulic Structures 5 topics
1 Dams
- Types of Dams
- Forces Acting on Dams
- Stability Analysis
- Dam Safety
2 Spillways
- Types of Spillways
- Hydraulic Design
- Energy Dissipators
3 Gates and Valves
- Types and Applications
- Flow Characteristics
- Operational Considerations
4 Culverts
- Types of Culverts
- Inlet and Outlet Control
- Design Procedures
5 Bridge Hydraulics
- Flow Classification
- Backwater Analysis
- Scour Estimation
19 Water Resources Systems 4 topics
1 Water Resources Planning
- Multiple Objectives
- Economic Analysis
- Environmental Considerations
2 Reservoir Systems
- Single-purpose Reservoirs
- Multi-purpose Reservoirs
- System Operation Rules
3 Optimization Techniques
- Linear Programming
- Dynamic Programming
- Simulation Models
4 Risk and Reliability Analysis
- Concepts of Risk
- Reliability Measures
- Decision-making Under Uncertainty
20 Coastal Hydraulics 4 topics
1 Wave Mechanics
- Wave Generation and Classification
- Wave Transformation
- Wave Breaking
2 Tides and Storm Surges
- Tide-generating Forces
- Types of Tides
- Storm Surge Analysis
3 Coastal Processes
- Littoral Transport
- Beach Morphology
- Coastal Erosion
4 Coastal Protection Structures
- Breakwaters
- Groins and Jetties
- Seawalls and Revetments
- Beach Nourishment
21 Computational Hydraulics and Hydrology 4 topics
1 Numerical Solution Techniques
- Finite Difference Methods
- Finite Element Methods
- Finite Volume Methods
2 Computational Fluid Dynamics in Hydraulics
- One-dimensional Models
- Two-dimensional Models
- Three-dimensional Models
3 GIS Applications in Hydrology
- Digital Elevation Models
- Watershed Delineation
- Spatial Analysis
4 Remote Sensing in Hydrology
- Satellite Imagery
- RADAR and LIDAR Applications
- Data Integration Techniques
22 Climate Change and Hydrologic Impacts 3 topics
1 Climate Change Science
- Global Circulation Models
- Emission Scenarios
- Downscaling Techniques
2 Hydrologic Implications
- Changes in Precipitation Patterns
- Effects on Streamflow
- Groundwater Impacts
- Sea Level Rise
3 Uncertainty Analysis
- Sources of Uncertainty
- Ensemble Modeling
- Risk-based Decision Making
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