APPLIED HYDROLOGY

The purpose of this module is to give students a wider understanding of principles of water, the importance of hydrology, groundwater, open channel flow, streamflow measurements and Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM). It provides a clear understanding of water resources and processes related to the movement of water above, on and below the earth's surface. It provides a basic knowledge of atmospheric and surface processes (precipitation, evapotranspiration, infiltration, surface run-off).

The main objectives and contents of this course are based on an understanding of water cycle, discussion on water cycle components and integrated water resources management (IWRM) as a tool for sustainable water resources planning.