GEG4344

Hydrology (6 points)

(ENG)

Leader: L Soste

Offered:
Gippsland First semester 2003 (OCL)

Synopsis: Introduction to hydrologic cycle. Temporal and spatial variation of rainfall. Catchment processes: interception, infiltration, percolation, surface runoff. Streamflow processes: velocity variations. Measurement of streamflow. Rating curve extrapolation. Quality Processes. Groundwater processes. Major analysis/design techniques commonly used in Australian hydrologic engineering practice.

Assessment: Examinations: 70% + Major project: 30%

Contact Hours: 24 lecture hours, 24 tutorial hours and 6 field-trip hours

Prerequisites: GEG3343