In this unit, you will develop the knowledge and skills required to understand and manage water systems in engineering practice. You will explore the hydrologic cycle, rainfall-runoff relationships, urban drainage design, floodplain management, and water resources development. Through the use of industry-standard tools such as Aquacycle and SOURCE, you will learn to model and evaluate hydrological systems to support sustainable and resilient infrastructure planning.
You will also strengthen your ability to think critically, interpret data, and solve complex problems while considering technical, environmental, and social factors. In addition, this unit provides opportunities to refine your professional communication skills through technical reporting and presentations, preparing you for multidisciplinary teamwork in real-world water engineering contexts.
On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:
Class notes can be accessed from VU Collaborate.
This unit is studied as part of the following course(s):