Hydrology module
The module introduces the concepts of the hydrological cycle and of the transformation of inflows and flows in order to allow learners to be able to evaluate the response to meteorological events for different territories and land uses. The data analysis for the estimation of the probability of occurrence of rain events focuses on the extremes, i.e. flood events and drought phenomena and also brief rainfall events.
Description of the principal topographic and geomorphological characteristic used in the hydrological studies.
The more utilized models to define the Pluviometric Possibility Curves. Identification of the Istantaneous Unit Hydrograh; estimate of Flood Duration Curve, statistical consideration on drought phenomena correlated to the climate change.
The main steps in the management of water resources.
The arguments analyzed are strictly correlated to the Sustainable Developments Goals of Agenda 2030
Hydrology module:
Allow the learner to be able to analyze a historical series of rainfall data to estimate the effects on the ground in different territorial contexts, using data processing software. The learner will be able to use cartographic software to estimate the main parameters necessary for a hydrological analysis of a basin. Set up a technical report outline on the topics covered.
Module of Hydraulic Constructions
no prerequisities are requested fot hte hydrology module
no prerequisities are requested fot hte hydraulic construction module
Teaching methods
Lesson in the classroom
Presentation of different scheduled relations
Tests using Wooclap
Comparison in the classroom among the students of the relations requested
Final oral exam presenting a detailed relation on a subject chosen from the candidate among the different arguments explained during the course.
Exercises in the classroom
Visit to hydroelectric plants
Among the cross-cutting skills, we aim to develop the following competencies: Functional literacy (basic level) - the ability to communicate effectively in written and oral forms, adapt one's communication to the context, and use various sources and aids. Personal competence (basic level) - the ability to identify one's own skills, concentration abilities, and critical reflection regarding a task. Learning to learn (basic level) - awareness of one's preferred learning strategies, organization, and evaluation of personal learning based on comprehension and knowledge acquired.
We recommend that working students and students with certifications for disabilities or other special educational needs contact the instructor at the beginning of the course to agree on teaching and examination methods that, while respecting the teaching objectives, take into account individual learning styles.
Description of course
General description of physical phenomenon that influence the hydrology and the statistical methodology applied to hydrological analysis. The principal concept of the hydrological cycle.
Model applied to analysis the rainfall data. Description of methods applied in the analysis of extreme and short events of rainfall. Model to define the pluviometry possibility curves. Identification of Istantaneous Unit Hydrograh, estimation of flood duration curve. Main steps in the management of water resources.
All arguments are strictly correlated to the SDGs, in particular:
5 Gender Equality
6 Clean Water and Sanitation
11 Sustainable cities and communities
13 Climate action
Some workshops and seminars to explain how it is possible to correlate the classic hydrological arguments to the SDGs taking in into account the inclusion, diversity and equality aspects are proposed.
Hydraulic constructions module:
Essential contents: Open-channel flows: steady and uniform flows; possible flow conditions; localized phenomena. Intake and diversion works: typology, structural elements, design flow rates, and utilization curves. The examined works include mountain intakes, weirs, spillways, diversion channels, free surface diversion, complementary and control works. Storage works: reservoirs and dams. Structural and geotechnical characteristics will be examined, including gravity and arch dams. In relation to these works, elements of the profile design of spillway dams and energy dissipation devices will be explored. Accessory components: functionality and design of intake structures, bottom outlets, and surface outlets. Components of hydroelectric plants.
In particular, the topics addressed are related to the following SDGs:
7 Affordable and Clean Energy
9 Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
13 Climate Action
During the course, a visit to hydroelectric plants is planned, with interaction with qualified technical personnel, taking into account also issues of equality, diversity, and inclusion.
Bras RL, Hydrology, Addison-Wesley, 1990 Chow VT, Maidment DR & Mays, LW, Applied Hydrology, McGraw-Hill, 1988 Dingman SL, Physical Hydrology, Prentice Hall, 2002 Eagleson PS, Dynamic Hydrology, EGU, 2003 Maidment DR (ed.), Handbook of Hydrology, McGraw-Hill, 1992
Ricevimento: The students can send a mail to myself to fix the appointment or to ask more information or explanation on the theme discussed during the lesson.
Ricevimento: The students can send a mail to myself to fix an appointment as soon as possible
ANGELA CELESTE TARAMASSO (President)
MARTINA LAGASIO
GIORGIO ROTH
LUCA FERRARIS (President Substitute)
https://corsi.unige.it/10800/p/studenti-orario
Exam
delivery of the reports requested during the lessons
presentation of a theme of your choice
oral examination
Final evaluation
The goal is to verify if the student is able to synthetize, produce correct technical considerations, communication and presentation skills.
