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- MODELLING AND SIMULATION OF HYDRAULIC STRUCTURES
- 213101019
- Description
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Unit I. Physical models in Hydraulic Engineering
T1. Vaschy-Buckingham theorem.
T2. Dimensional analysis and physical similarity.
T3. Typical dimensionless numbers.
T4. Universal equations of hydraulics.
T5 Inspectional Analysis.
T6 Fixed and mobile bed models.
T7. Distorted models.
Unit II. Numerical modeling
T8. Numerical resolution and critical analysis in different hydraulic structures through specialized software:
T8.1 - Two-dimensional flow problems. Applications to solve flooding cases of Iber and/or HECRAS.
T8.2 - Three-dimensional flow problems with Eulerian programs. Application of FLOW-3D or similar.
T8.3 - Three-dimensional flow problems with Lagrangian programs. Application of DualSPHysics or similar. - ECTS credits
- 4.5
- Teaching Language
- English/Español
- Exam Language
- English/Español
- Support Materials Language
- English/Español
- Basic Learning Outcomes
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- Ability to analyse and evaluate different alternatives and develop the most sustainable solution, in order to achieve the greatest effectiveness, favoring progress and a sustainable development that respects the society as well as the environment.(B3 - EEM - Ability to analyse and evaluate different alternatives and develop the most sustainable solution, in order to achieve the greatest effectiveness, favoring progress and a sustainable development that respects the society as well as the environment. )
- Knowledge how to apply technical and management skills in a field of Environmental Engineering.(B6 - EEM - Knowledge how to apply technical and management skills in a field of Environmental Engineering.)
- Advanced laboratory skills and the ability to design and conduct experimental investigations, critically evaluate data and draw conclusions.(B8 - EEM - Advanced laboratory skills and the ability to design and conduct experimental investigations, critically evaluate data and draw conclusions. )
- Final Learning Outcomes
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- Leading or supporting innovation including process improvement and life-long learning.(F12 - EEM - Leading or supporting innovation including process improvement and life-long learning.)
- Applying reporting and dissemination skills for efficient and traceable documentation and communication of technical and scientific issues.(F13 - EEM - Applying reporting and dissemination skills for efficient and traceable documentation and communication of technical and scientific issues.)
- Ability to follow research developments in science and technology.(F15 - EEM - Ability to follow research developments in science and technology. )
- Ability to integrate information from different sources into practical application and research.(F16 - EEM - Ability to integrate information from different sources into practical application and research.)
- Course categorized
- Managing Entity (faculty)
- Civil Engineering and Mining Engineering School (UPCT)