WATER RESOURCES ENGINEERING

• the quantitative study of the hydrologic cycle — the distribution and circulation of the water linking the earth’s atmosphere, land, and oceans.
• applications include the management of the urban water supply, design of urban storm-sewer systems, and flood forecasting.
• is about solving problems to secure water for people, based on the sound scientific understanding of the hydrologic and hydraulic process
• this includes protection from excess water and from water shortage, as well as providing sufficient water for a sustainable environment
• Hydrology is the study of the movement, distribution, and quality of water throughout the Earth, including the hydrologic cycle, water resources, and environmental watershed sustainability. A

  practitioner of hydrology is a hydrologist working within the fields of either earth or environmental science, physical geography, geology, or civil and environmental engineering.
• Domains of hydrology include hydrometeorology, surface hydrology, hydrogeology, drainage basin management, and water quality, where water plays the central role. Oceanography and meteorology are not included because water is only one of many important aspects.
• • Hydrological research can inform environmental engineering, policy, and planning.
• What is the primary role of a water resources engineer?

  To create equipment and systems for water management
• Why must a water resources engineer analyze data?

  To design improved water treatment facilities
• What factors must a water resources engineer consider when designing systems?

  Budgetary constraints and government regulations
• What is the importance of overseeing the construction of water systems?

  To ensure correct assembly of the systems
• What is one responsibility of a water resources engineer?

  Manage and maintain a water treatment system
• What types of plans might a water resources engineer design?

  • Sewer improvement plans
  • Flood defense programs
  • Associated structures like pumping stations
  • Pipework and earthworks