The course is structured with lectures in class and plenary discussions on topics related to the evaluation and management of water resources, focusing on arid and semi arid areas.
Learning Objectives
to enhance learner skills in water resource management and conservation in arid zones by applying the knowledge acquired to real case studies.
Prerequisites
competency in hydraulics, hydrology and irrigation
Teaching Methods
Lectures; plenary discussions on materials provided by the teacher.
Further information
attendance is not obligatory, but strongly recommended. If you are not able to attend, please contact the course instructor to find alternatives
Type of Assessment
Written examination on the topics addressed during classes.
Course program
Aridity and drought: water resources availability
Water resources management as an integrated process
Groundwater as a water resource
Wells Groundwater quality and protection
Surface water: main concepts of hydrology
Surface water quality and protection. Water harvesting