Course Overview - Water Management and River Design

What students will learn

• Design and engineering approaches for managing river and floodplain dynamics.
• Stakeholder analysis and engagement strategies.
• Integration of ecological, economic, and social factors in river basin management.
• Impacts of climate change on river systems and adaptive management techniques.

Prerequisites

No specific prerequisites are required to take this course. However, analytical thinking, an interest in hydraulic engineering, and familiarity with issues related to governance or landscape design will be advantageous.

Course Content

• Hydraulic engineering concepts and applications
• Understanding and managing stakeholder interests
• Strategies for balancing economic, safety, and ecological needs
• Climate change impacts and uncertainty management in river dynamics

Who should take this course

This course is ideal for professionals in water management, river engineering, landscape design, and policy-making. It is equally beneficial for students and researchers in environmental studies and related fields seeking practical knowledge and skills to apply in their work or studies.

Real-world application

The skills and knowledge gained from this course can be applied to improve river management projects worldwide, ensuring sustainable and resilient development tailored to local contexts and global environmental issues.

Course Syllabus

• Module 1 - Introduction: Understanding the river as a system from sources to the sea.
• Module 2 - Addressing water safety issues through applied hydraulic engineering.
• Module 3 - Exploring governance challenges in river management.
• Module 4 - Utilising landscape design to meet multiple societal needs.
• Module 5 - Creating integrated, sustainable programs for river and floodplain management.
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