CIV5264

Management of water resources and related infrastructure ( 6 points, SCA Band 2, 0.125 EFTSL)

Leader: P E Weinman

Offered:
Clayton First semester 2006 (OCL)

Synopsis: The unit develops students' understanding of the broad range of issues arising in managing water resources systems for the benefit of all the stakeholders, including the environment. A basis for quantitative analysis of the water resource systems is developed by introducing key principles, methods and tools for hydrologic and water quality analysis, with the opportunity for students to practice their application in simple example situations. The unit will also provide students with an overview of the legal, regulatory and institutional frameworks for water resources management and the key priciples applied in Australia.

Assessment: Assignments 50%. Examination (3 hours)50%. Students must pass both components.

Contact Hours: 150 hours work.