Flood estimation
E M Laurenson
6 points * 3 hours per week * Second semester * Clayton * Prerequisites: CIV3263 or equivalent
Objectives To develop knowledge of and skills in applying advanced methods for design flood estimation for a wide variety of situations.
Synopsis Overview, design storms, probable maximum precipitation and flood, catchment losses, flood routing, runoff routing, advanced flood frequency, flood risk and reliability analysis, urban flood estimation.
Assessment Examinations (3 hours): 75% * Practical work: 25%
Recommended texts
Institution of Engineers Australia Australian rainfall and runoff vol. 1, The Institution of Engineers, Australia, 1987
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