4HYD311: Surface Water Hydrology
Welcome to the BSc undergraduate course in Surface Water Hydrology. The module is designed to create an understanding of the dynamics of river flow, and of probability theory as well as frequency analysis with reference to their application in surface water hydrology and hydrological modelling applications. The module is generally divided into two sections: (i) Stochastics, and (ii) Hydraulics. The course relies extensively on self-study and a resources package is supplied that gathers together relevant documents and course material that should be read and referred to in order for students to appreciate the issues involved in the dynamics of river flow, frequency analysis and the application of probability theory in hydrological modeling in South Africa, southern Africa and globally.
Post graduate Communication Hydrology
We propose to communicate clearly and frequently with PhD graduate students for two reasons:
- Students who understand the requirements and expectations of their degree programs are more likely to succeed. Successful students become happy alumni. Happy alumni are more likely to recommend potential students to the department and to contribute in other ways.
- Post graduate students are my colleagues who can offer good ideas. We are all (Faculty, staff, and students) together responsible for the operation this PhD group.
The greatest problem in communication is the illusion it has been achieved.
—George Bernard Shaw
4HYD342: Water Resources Management
Dear Students
Welcome to 4/SHYD 342 - Water Resources Management Moodle. It is here where I will share all the slides presented in class and any additional reading materials. Although we will have scheduled tests and assignments, you will be expected to complete online quizzes from time to time and these will be on the Moodle platform.
The module is worth 160 credits, meaning you should spend 160 hours over the semester doing the module, including the time you will need to revise after the end of teaching and the examination. Most of you are doing four modules so I would recommend that on average you should be spending at least 15 hours per week in each module that you are doing. This would cover doing the assignments, reading the study material, making your own revision notes, using the web to find further reading and information on the topics covered, and doing online tests/quizzes that we will give.
I am here to help you and you are welcome to ask questions individually or as a group. Please make sure your message clearly outlines who you are (name and number) and the module you are doing (S/4HYD342).
Good luck and looking forward to a good working relationship with you all this semester.
Best wishes
Sbongiseni Mazibuko
mazibukosc@unizulu.ac.za
SHYD506 Disaster Management 2017
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4HYD509 Hydrological Research Project
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4HYD211: Introductory Surface water hydrology
This Moodle page covers both 4HYD211 and SHYD211
4HYD222: Introduction to Geographic Information Systems
Big things are happening in the world of maps and mapmaking. A convergence of technology and social trends has pushed geographic information systems (GIS) onto the Internet in a significant way, and the vision of a global GIS has been realized. This module explores ten "big ideas" that encapsulate these trends, and shows you how to apply these ideas to your own work, in your own world
GW Modelling SHYD332 Part 1
This module will provide students with a basic understanding of numerical groundwater flow. Students will be exposed to the equations used in surface/groundwater models, practically apply/work by conducting a pump test, modelling the flow and storage equations and analysing for aquifer properties.
On completion of this module students will be able to combine and apply all knowledge they have gained in to develop conceptual models, basic numerical models and be able to assess surface/groundwater models.
Hydrological Fieldwork
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Hydrological Modelling: 4HYD503
This course on groundwater modeling is specifically designed for participants in the fields of hydrology. Only a basic knowledge of groundwater terms is required for participation. Hands-on modeling experience with PCs will serve to introduce the necessary concepts and theory.
After intensive modeling instructions participants will have a basic knowledge of groundwater models, enabling them to begin to evaluate situations by using models, to discuss modeling needs with other professionals, to begin to evaluate modeling efforts of others, and to understand the importance of both the data necessary for the production of a viable assessment and the correct choice of a model for specific situations.