Training Portfolio Smart training solutions delivered by HR Wallingford

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1 Training Portfolio 2015 Smart training solutions delivered by HR Wallingford

2 Contents Contents... 2 Training at HR Wallingford... 3 Planning your training at HR Wallingford... 4 Bespoke training by HR Wallingford... 6 Coast and maritime... 7 Coastal processes and management...8 Coastal structures...9 Marine scour...10 Wave forces...11 Wave overtopping...12 Exposed jetties, piers and dolphins...13 Assessing near shore coastal conditions...14 Design of rubble mound breakwaters...15 Underwater noise...16 Hydrodynamic modelling...17 TELEMAC summer school...18 Waves and wave modelling using SWAN Environmental modelling for regulators...21 Energy Offshore renewable energy summer school...24 Planning offshore developments with SMARTtide Evacuation and loss of life analysis for floods...31 The formulation of rating curves for rivers Water resources and water management Dams and reservoir safety Dam breach modelling Risk assessment for reservoir safety Sedimentation problems in reservoirs...37 Adaptive water resources management and allocation Snow and ice: Risks and opportunities Infrastructure management and operations...41 Management of above-ground flood and coastal assets...42 River capacity and the influence on vegetation and habitat management River scour and protection works Dredging management Hydraulic design of culverts Climate change Climate change risk assessment and adaptation Contents Rivers, drainage and flooding River hydrology and hydraulics Flood risk analysis and management Concepts in river modelling and flood risk management s Course tutors Frequently asked questions

3 Training at HR Wallingford HR Wallingford is an independent civil engineering and environmental hydraulics organisation located in Oxfordshire, UK. We have been providing world-leading advice and support to complex water-related challenges for over 65 years. Our research facilities include state of the art physical modelling laboratories, the UK Ship Simulation Centre and a full range of numerical modelling tools. HR Wallingford has a reputation for excellence and innovation, which we sustain by re-investing profits from our operations into programmes of strategic research and development. Our open programme of events has been specifically designed to suit all levels. Our course material is regularly updated to include the latest practice, techniques, methods, technologies and policies in water and marine hydraulics, engineering, and environmental management. Courses are led by our expert staff, many of whom are international authorities in their field and act as visiting professors and lecturers to Universities located in the UK and beyond. The courses maintain a high quality, many with approval from CIWEM (Chartered Institute of Water and Environmental Management) and IMarEST (Institute of Marine Engineering, Science and Technology). Combining theory with practical exercises, we provide a thoughtful and stimulating environment to both learn and network with other delegates. Our programme of open courses are classroom led and are held in the training facilities at our Howbery Park campus in Wallingford, UK. Some courses will be delivered online and are available to delegates worldwide. In addition, our seminars and workshops are designed to bring together the leading national and international authorities to present upto-date information to delegates drawn from the water, environment and civil engineering industries. Information on all open courses is shown in this catalogue which gives an overview of the course content and learning outcomes. Our website events.hrwallingford.co.uk is regularly updated with the latest details on all our courses and will provide further information on the dates, fees, course programme and a link to online registration. For any enquiries about these courses or any specific training requirements you may have, please contact training@hrwallingford.com or +44 (0) Training at HR Wallingford 3

4 Planning your training at HR Wallingford Key Rivers, drainage and flooding Coast and maritime Water resources and management Hydrodynamic modelling Infrastructure mgmt and operations Energy Climate change Foundation Intermediate Specialist Introductory course Risk assessment for reservoir safety p36 Dam breach modelling p35 Dams and reservoir safety p34 Sedimentation problems in reservoirs p37 Snow and ice: Risks and opportunities p39 Evacuation and loss of life analysis for floods p31 Introductory course River hydrology and hydraulics Flood risk analysis and management p29 Concepts in river modelling and flood risk management The formation of rating curves for rivers p30 p32 River capacity and the influence on vegetation mgmt Hydraulic design of culverts p43 p46 p28 River scour and protection works p44 Planning your training Introductory course Coastal processes and management p8 Management of above-ground flood and coastal assets Coastal structures Dredging management p42 p9 p45 Assessing near shore coastal conditions Environmental modelling for regulators Climate change risk assessment and adaptation p14 p21 p48 Wave overtopping Marine scour Wave forces Offshore marine renewable energy see p25 for modules Adaptive water resources mgmt and allocation p12 p10 p11 p24 p38 Design of rubble mound breakwaters Exposed jetties piers and dolphins Underwater noise Planning offshore developments with SMARTtide p15 p13 p16 p26 Wave modelling with SWAN Hydrodynamic modelling using p20 p18 TELEMAC see p19 for modules Planning your training 4 5

5 Bespoke training by HR Wallingford We have a large number of open courses running on a regular basis, but if you need training delivered at a different time, at a different venue, or would like bespoke training for your team then we can tailor training programmes and courses to meet your requirements. You can choose from our existing course portfolio, or we can develop new material on specific topics for you. All courses are stand-alone and you may select any topic or level to begin your training journey. However, when designing a programme of courses, the diagram on pages 4-5 shows a recommended training path covering the fundamentals and then leading to more specific courses. For example, we recommend that those who are less experienced or would like a refresher course should firstly complete the introduction to hydraulics and hydrology before booking on the flood risk analysis and management course. Most training courses can be run either at Howbery Park, at your site or at another convenient venue. Please contact training@hrwallingford.com to discuss your individual or organisation s training requirements. Bespoke training 6

6 Coast and maritime HR Wallingford has an international track record of achievement in applied coastal research and specialist consultancy. We use our detailed knowledge of coastal environments and processes to deliver strategies and solutions that are sustainable in engineering, economic, social and environmental terms. Coast and maritime HR Wallingford has been providing coastal and maritime training courses to government departments, consultants, local authorities, NGOs, Universities, and contractors for over 20 years. Coastal processes and management...8 Coastal structures...9 Marine scour Wave forces Wave overtopping Exposed jetties, piers and dolphins Assessing near shore coastal conditions Design of rubble mound breakwaters Underwater noise

7 Coastal processes and management Foundation Coast and maritime Coastal processes and management Two-day training course Introducing methods used in designing and planning coastal engineering and management schemes. The risk of coastal flooding and erosion, both in the UK and overseas, will increase as existing man-made defences (e.g. flood embankments and seawalls) deteriorate and as a result of sea level rise due to climate change. Land close to the sea is often under pressure, both from development and as a natural resource (e.g. to provide minerals and renewable energy). There are, however, constraints on public spending and a growing awareness of the need to preserve the natural coastal environment and to ensure that its management is sustainable. It is important to understand the physical processes that have so far shaped and will continue to affect the coastline before contemplating any engineering or management works. These processes include wave generation and propagation, the movements of the tides and the resulting disturbance and transport of sediments both over the seabed and on beaches. Predicting how the coastline will continue to change, with or without man s intervention, is a fundamental requirement for planning its management. This course introduces methods used in designing and planning coastal engineering and management schemes. Coastal management planning - An overview of the history of coastal planning and strategic coastal management. Waves and tides - An introduction and requirements for coastal management (extremes and climates). Beach sediment transport/ morphology processes. Coastal management options - An introduction to type options, appropriate application and assessing the potential effects of such works, for example on the environment. Those who have just started or are about to start work on coastal management or engineering activities including engineers and managers from local authorities, coastal landowners, regulators and operating authorities. At the end of the course participants will understand: the types of problems that need to be solved in coastal engineering and management; how wave conditions, tidal flows and levels and their joint occurrence can be evaluated; how coastlines of different types have evolved and are likely to change in the future; how alternative methods of reducing risks of erosion or flooding are planned and designed; the environmental effects of intervention and how they can be anticipated and mitigated. s Dr Alan Brampton Dr Belen Blanco I thought the course was excellent delegate 8

8 Coastal structures One-day training course Introducing the key issues of coastal processes, and design methods for coastal structures. The design of coastal structures needs to address many factors to ensure long-term effectiveness and stability. This includes an understanding of wave loads, wave characteristics, engineering design, future climate change and coastal processes. This one-day course introduces the key issues of coastal processes and design methods for coastal structures, including seawalls, breakwaters, vertical walls, piers and jetties. An introduction to the key issues in coastal engineering, vulnerabilities of different coastlines (developed and natural), and the key drivers for flooding/erosion threats. The effects of encounter probability, climate change, wave forecasting, wave transformations and depth-limited breaking. Simple methods to estimate wave loads and how to predict wave overtopping, crest level calculation, and armour size determination. Key issues are explored in tutorial exercises. Excellent organisation, excellent presenters. Great opportunities to make contacts with HR Wallingford staff delegate Those who need to know more about the fundamentals of coastal engineering and basic design aspects of structures such as breakwaters, shoreline revetments, seawalls, jetties. and elevated decks. This includes coastal engineers, managers and post-graduate researchers. We recommend that the coastal processes and management course is completed before taking this course. At the end of the course participants will: be familiar with key coastal processes affecting the design of coastal structures; be aware of the types and breadth of coastal structures in use; have hands-on experience of key input parameters, application of prediction tools, and understand levels of confidence for their calculations; understand the significance of different sources of guidance, including recent research results; be able to devise alternative solutions with confidence by understanding key coastal process, and by their experience of the main prediction methods. Dr Tim Pullen Coastal structures Foundation Coast and maritime 9

9 Marine scour Intermediate Coast and maritime Marine scour One-day training course Introducing analysis procedures for assessing scour risk at marine structures as well as appropriate use of scour countermeasures. Scour is a physical process related to the movement of the seabed or riverbed sediment as a result of the flow of water around a structure. Scour is a geotechnical issue as it relates to the reduction in ground level around a structure. Scour can be a problem for: foundation structures; cabling for in-field transmission and power export associated with offshore renewables developments; pipelines, seawalls and breakwaters. The course introduces analysis procedures for assessing scour risk at marine structures as well as appropriate use of scour countermeasures through a combination of theory, examples and problems together with discussions and question and answer sessions. Overview and analysis techniques - An introduction to scour hazard assessment and marine soils. Estimating scour at marine structures including pipelines (2D), piles, complex structures, structures in complex soils. Estimating scour at seawalls and breakwaters - seawalls, breaking waves, breakwater trunk, breakwater head. Scour countermeasures - types, rock armour, mattresses, placement, monitoring. CFD modelling of scour. Landfalls and erosion. Consultants, NGOs, government departments, energy companies, researchers, students and contractors. At the end of the course participants will be able to: identify marine scour problems; describe how existing available methods provide a set of analysis procedures for marine scour problems; evaluate design considerations for marine structures; define live-bed, clear-water and total scour; identify the components of scour at complex marine structures, seawalls and breakwaters; define an approach for assessing scour in complex soils; identify and outline procedures for designing scour countermeasures. Prof Richard Whitehouse Excellent course, I will recommend it delegate 10

10 Wave forces One-day training course Recent research in the UK, Europe and with collaborators in Japan, has led to substantial clarification of the prediction of wave loads on vertical breakwaters and seawalls. Wave loads on vertical breakwaters and seawalls have historically been very difficult to predict with confidence. This is compounded by major uncertainties over the importance, and occurrence, of impulsive loads rather than pulsating (or quasi static) wave loads. Recent research in the UK, Europe and with collaborators in Japan has led to substantial clarification of the prediction of such loads. This course is based on guidance from the European PROVERBS project, significantly clarified and extended by recent Coastal Engineering journal papers by Dr Cuomo and Professor Allsop. Those new methods form the key part of the course. Introduction to types of structures and types of wave loads. Predicting the magnitude of Methods to predict pulsating wave loads. Predicting the occurrence of impulsive loads. impulsive wave loads. Durations of impulsive wave loads. How to analyse stability under impulsive loads. Scaling physical model measurements of impulsive loads. Changes to wave load advice in BS6349. Key aspects will be illustrated by case studies and tutorial examples. Consultants, specialist owners and contractors, regulatory authorities, government departments (internationally), energy companies and university students. At the end of the course participants will: understand the principal wave load types; have a clear view of methods available to predict wave loads; be familiar with the use of complex and simple wave load predictions, both well-established and new; be familiar with methods to analyse stability under different load types. s Prof William Allsop Dr Giovanni Cuomo Excellent subject knowledge of the speakers delegate Wave forces Intermediate Coast and maritime 11

11 Wave overtopping Intermediate Coast and maritime Wave overtopping One-day training course Introducing the EurOtop manual and presenting established and new techniques to predict wave overtopping at seawalls, flood embankments, breakwaters and other shoreline structures. Developments close to a shoreline (coastal, estuarial or lakefront) are often exposed to significant flood risk and potential overtopping damage during storms. Such sites are often high value and with wave overtopping and flood risks likely to increase due to rising sea levels and stronger wind speeds, it is an increasingly urgent problem. Understanding flood risk from wave overtopping is a key requirement for effective management of coastal and shoreline defences. Such defences range from simple earth banks to vertical concrete walls to more complex composite structures and each of these structures require different methods to assess overtopping. An introduction to the EurOtop manual. An introduction to techniques (both established and new) used to predict wave overtopping at shoreline structures. An introduction to the main types of structure. Definition of key structural and hydraulic parameters, discussion of the types of prediction methods, and guidance on how the results should be interpreted. Guidance on tolerable discharges and overtopping processes. The main methods available for predicting overtopping (desk calculations; use of the neural network tool; PC Overtopping; EurOtop s online calculation tool). Example calculations and case studies are used to illustrate key methods along with iterative or explicit approaches to setting a crest level. Those who needs to be able to anticipate and/ or predict wave overtopping including graduate and chartered engineers, flood risk managers, consultants, contractors, owners and operators of coastal or reservoir/lake frontages, post-graduate researchers. At the end of the course participants will: be familiar with the most recent guidance on wave overtopping; have had hands-on experience of key input parameters and application of prediction tools and understand the levels of confidence that can be ascribed to such predictions; understand the significance of different sources of guidance, including recent or future research results; be able to devise alternative solutions to wave overtopping problems with confidence by understanding the overtopping process, and direct experience of the main prediction methods. Dr Tim Pullen Delivered by technical experts in the field. Good for professionals. Good facilities and content delegate 12

12 Exposed jetties, piers and dolphins One-day training course Clarifying the main types of wave loads on suspended decks and beams and describing the key methods to predict occurrence and magnitudes of pulsating or impulsive wave loads. Wave loads on beams and suspended decks can be particularly destructive as most such structures have been designed to be elevated above wave crests. With future sea levels projected to rise by around 1m, many existing structures may encounter wave loads in future for which they were not designed. New bulk liquid and bulk solid terminals and general cargo and cruise ports require cargo transfer facilities, with quays often at relatively low levels. Such terminals have been developed with no or minimal breakwater protection, and under severe events, wave loads on structural elements could become highly destructive. This course clarifies the main types of wave loads on suspended decks and beams and describes the key methods to predict occurrence and magnitudes of pulsating or impulsive wave loads. Example load calculations illustrate methods to predict each main type of load. This course addresses the issues involved in the design of exposed jetties and is primarily focussed on the prediction of wave forces on the structures. Research in the UK led to the development of the Exposed jetties manual published by Thomas Telford. The wave loading prediction methods in that manual have since been further developed and extended by coastal engineering journal papers and related publications by Dr Cuomo and co-workers. Those new methods form a key part of the course. An introduction to elevated structures (jetties, piers, suspended decks) and the types of wave loads. General design methods. Methods to predict impulsive versus. pulsating wave loads. How to analyse stability under impulsive loads. Changes to wave load advice in BS6349. Key aspects are illustrated by case studies and historical examples. Those involved in the site selection, planning, design and operation of exposed jetties, in particular oil and gas owners/operators, maritime design consultants, specialist marine contractors. At the end of the course participants will: understand the issues associated with the design of exposed jetties, key design approaches and principal wave load types; have a clear view of methods available to predict wave loads; be familiar with the application of complex and simple wave load predictions. Prof William Allsop Exposed jetties, piers and dolphins Specialist Coast and maritime 13

13 Assessing near shore coastal conditions Intermediate Coast and maritime Assessing near shore coastal conditions One-day training course Looking at the prediction of extreme sea levels and wave conditions at the coastline. The extreme sea level event in the UK in December 2013 combined with significant wave action resulted in significant levels of flooding and damage to coastal defences and properties on the east coast of England and the north coast of Wales. This event, combined with significant coastal flooding just one month later on the west coast of England demonstrated the need to understand and predict extreme coastal conditions, and the consequent risks of flooding and damage associated with them. This course introduces the process of prediction of extreme sea levels and wave conditions at the coastline. It shows how data can be used to assess the combination of wave and sea level conditions that are likely to result in extreme levels of flooding and damage. The latest guidance on sea level rise and changes in wave conditions is incorporated. Data sources and processing requirements. Prediction of nearshore wave conditions. Prediction of extreme nearshore wave and sea level conditions. Climate change allowances. Joint probability assessment of nearshore waves and sea levels. Introduction to prediction of extreme flooding and damage. Those interested in understanding the processes required, or the steps needed to carry out a flood risk assessment at a coastline. At the end of the course participants will: be aware of the data sources and processing required to carry out a coastal flood risk assessment; understand the methods and appreciate the modelling requirements needed to transform offshore wave conditions to nearshore; be aware of the methods and/or publications needed to predict extreme sea levels and waves at the coast; be aware of the current guidelines on climate change allowances; be aware of the need to carry out a joint probability assessment; understand how the data and methods outlined in the course can be used to predict extreme levels of flooding and damage to coastal structures and properties. Dr Dominic Hames 14

14 Design of rubble mound breakwaters One-day training course Detailed course on the main design methods for rubble mound breakwaters, with commentary on the practical implications. Seawalls or breakwaters have been built on the coastline since the earliest stages in man s development of the coastal zone. The primary purposes of such structures are to defend land against erosion or flooding or to protect areas of water for navigation, anchorages or sheltered moorings. Many coastal, shoreline, or harbour structures are required to serve multiple purposes, some of which may change in time. One such type of coastal structure consists of a rubble mound or slope formed of quarried rock protected by layers of rock and/or concrete armour units. This course combines detailed teaching on the main design methods for rubble mound breakwaters, with commentary on the practical implications. Strong emphasis is placed on understanding the concepts behind the main design methods, being familiar with representative parameters and with key outputs, so hands-on tutorials are included throughout the course. An overview of the types of rubble structures used near and on coastlines. The likely magnitude and effect of waves, tides, and surges on coastal structures, and potential effects of climate change on their performance and management. Understanding and applying analysis methods for wave overtopping / transmission, and therefore the determination of breakwater crest height. Applying design methods for armour size of rock and concrete units, calculating the effects of wave conditions, structure permeability, and storm duration. Understanding rock durability, selection, handling and placement. Applying design methods for concrete armour units and understanding issues for fabrication and placement. Coastal and harbour engineers, and owners of rubble seawalls, breakwaters or related coastal structures. At the end of the course participants will: be familiar with key coastal processes affecting the design of coastal structures; be aware of the types and breadth of coastal structures in use; have had hands-on experience of key input parameters, application of prediction tools, and understand levels of confidence for their calculations; understand the significance of different sources of guidance, including recent research results; be able to devise alternative solutions with confidence. Prof William Allsop Design of rubble mound breakwaters Specialist Coast and maritime 15

15 Underwater noise Specialist Coast and maritime Underwater noise One-day training course Introducing assessment and modelling of underwater noise. Underwater noise from anthropogenic sources has been rising for several decades due to our increasingly busy marine environment worldwide. The potential impact of man-made underwater noise on marine life is becoming more fundamental as we attempt to balance development and conservation needs. Assessment of underwater noise impacts on marine life can be a challenging task. The different methods available, metrics and units of underwater noise mean that the same data can be presented in several different ways, making comparison difficult. The data that is available for how marine species are affected by underwater noise is often sparse, particularly for fish and cetaceans. Guidance for assessing impacts, monitoring underwater noise and use of numerical modelling methods have been developed in an attempt to standardise the way in which an assessment is carried out. An introduction to the basic concepts of underwater noise. An introduction to the latest guidance on assessing impacts on marine mammals and fish, as well as the criteria to look for in a predictive noise model and sound maps. An introduction to the physics of underwater noise. Modelling of underwater noise how, why, what to use? How to interpret the outputs of noise modelling. Latest research and new developments Regulators, developers and consultants who want to learn more about underwater noise and how it can be assessed for Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA). Students who are looking at a career in the marine sector where underwater noise may be a topic of concern. No specialist knowledge of physics, mathematics, numerical modelling or marine life is needed. At the end of the course participants will understand: the physics of underwater noise; the various metrics and units used to describe underwater noise and why these are used; the different numerical modelling techniques available and when they should be used; the types of sound map that can be produced using numerical modelling results and how these can be used to inform EIAs; the current state of research into underwater the national and international guidance available; noise impacts on marine life. Dr Diane Jones 16

16 Hydrodynamic modelling HR Wallingford has developed hydrodynamic modelling courses with practical exercises using two freely available open source software packages: TELEMAC and SWAN. Hydrodynamic modelling TELEMAC summer school Waves and wave modelling using SWAN...20 Environmental modelling for regulators

17 TELEMAC summer school Specialist Hydrodynamic modelling TELEMAC summer school Five-day summer school (modules can be booked separately) Providing a background to the hydrodynamic tools available in the TELEMAC suite. Our TELEMAC summer school provides a background to the hydrodynamic tools available in the TELEMAC suite. This hands-on course is delivered by experienced HR Wallingford consultants who have worked on many diverse projects. TELEMAC is open-source software suitable for modelling free surface waters. It has used an unstructured mesh finite element model since it was conceived more than 20 years ago. TELEMAC was developed by EDF LNHE, Paris and is now under the directorship of a consortium of organisations including EDF LNHE, HR Wallingford, Sogreah Artelia, BAW and CETMEF. Software developments are carried out by staff from these organisations together with contributions from many universities and other organisations. Day 1 - Meshing in TELEMAC. Day 4 - Wave modelling with Day 2 - Introduction to TELEMAC 2D. Day 3 - Introduction to TELEMAC 3D. ARTEMIS and TOMAWAC. Day 5 - Introduction to sediment modelling with SISYPHE. The following page provides more detailed information. r Harbour Consultants and students who are working on riverine, coastal and maritime hydrodynamic modelling projects and are wishing to use the open source TELEMAC software suite. At the end of the course participants will understand: the components of the TELEMAC suite; applications of TELEMAC; pre and post processing; how to set up and run a TELEMAC-2D model; how to set up and run a TELEMAC-3D model; how to set up a model and perform wave modelling with ARTEMIS and TOMAWAC; the process of modelling with SISYPHE and the different parameters. Dr Sébastien Bourban Modules can be booked separately Very successful course, excellent refresher from Nigel on wave theory, and the obvious experience of Juliette allowed her to confidently show us the complexities of ARTEMIS delegate 18

18 Meshing in TELEMAC Introduction to TELEMAC 2D Introduction to TELEMAC 3D Wave modelling with ARTEMIS and TOMAWAC Sediment modelling with SISYPHE Sébastien Bourban, president of the steering committee of the TELEMAC MASCARET consortium, will start the day with an introductory presentation. This course will then focus on meshing using Blue Kenue. Blue Kenue is freely available and TELEMAC 2D is a two dimensional in the horizontal (2DH) shallow water flow model with options for running in finite element, finite volume and Boussinesq styles. TELEMAC 2D provides a powerful insight into hydrodynamic processes and uses a flexible mesh, which optimises computational efficiency whilst maintaining fine detail TELEMAC 3D is a three-dimensional (3D) model that uses the same horizontally unstructured mesh as TELEMAC 2D. Applications of TELEMAC 3D include: simulation of discharges of buoyant or negatively buoyant effluent; flushing assessments where flows are driven by wind and density effects; evaluation of impacts of schemes for tidal power generation; ARTEMIS is a model for harbour disturbance assessment that solves the mild slope equation in elliptic form. It includes the processes of wave refraction by bed shoaling, partial reflection and diffraction due to structures. TOMAWAC represents the generation of waves due to winds or offshore climates and propagation into shallow water. It includes the processes of refraction due to the seabed and SISYPHE is the 2D sediment transport module of the TELEMAC system. It solves the equations of bed load and suspended load for both sand and sand mixtures. Specific cohesive sediment properties can also be accounted for and the model includes a multilayer consolidation algorithm. Areas of inerodible bed and the reduction of transport rates in the presence of tidal flats are fully taken into account. SISYPHE can be tightly coupled with TELEMAC 2D and TELEMAC 3D while including inputs from the wave model can be used for both pre processing and post processing. This hands on session will highlight the functionality and processes in Blue Kenue that are used in the creation and modification of mesh structures. in the area of interest. This course will provide a useful background on the steering files used in TELEMAC 2D. It will also cover the parameters and schemes including modelling turbulence and friction, how to run, modify and interpret results from a simulation. simulation of flows in vertically stratified water bodies such as estuaries and reservoirs. The course will introduce modelling with TELEMAC-3D using hands-on test cases. Advanced topics will also be covered, such as quality assurance for 3D modelling assessments, sensitivity testing and model limitations, which are vital for studies carried out to support environmental and engineering decisions. ambient currents, wave growth due to the wind, energy dissipation due to bottom friction and white capping, wave breaking and wave blocking. Breaking wave stresses are computed in the TOMAWAC model and these can be used within TELEMAC 2D or 3D to represent wave-driven longshore currents. This hands on course will cover examples of wave modelling with ARTEMIS and TOMAWAC. TOMAWAC. The use of optimized numerical schemes and parallel processors enables medium to long term morphodynamic simulations. This course will cover sediment transport modelling in 2D, morphodynamics modelling and a review on basic sediment transport processes included in the model. The method of coupling with the hydrodynamics model and the effect of waves will be presented and a riverine typical application, including sand grading effects and a littoral application. Day Introduction 5 to coastal structures Day 4 Day 3 Foundation Day 2 Hydrodynamic Day 1 modelling 19

19 Waves and wave modelling using SWAN Specialist Hydrodynamic modelling Waves and wave modelling using SWAN Two-day training course A summary of the theory related to wave transformation, plus a hands-on introduction to setting up and running SWAN. The design of coastal structures is typically reliant on prediction of wave conditions in shallow water. Examples of such structures include coastal sea defences, breakwaters, harbours and marine terminals and offshore renewable structures. As waves transform from offshore they are modified by several processes dependent on the period of the waves and the water depth. In many situations, natural and dredged seabed levels lead to complex wave transformations that can only be represented accurately using computational wave models. A wide range of computational wave models are available; their use depends on the dominant physical processes, the extent of the area of interest and computational demands. The SWAN spectral wave model, developed by TU Delft, is a reliable model for wave generation and transformation in relatively shallow water and is widely used within the industry for deriving operational and design wave conditions in coastal waters. This two day course provides a summary of the theory related to wave transformation, and then a hands-on introduction to setting up and running SWAN, including pre- and post-processing. Example applications of SWAN are also presented. Introduction of concepts (overview of wave transformation modelling). Background wave theory relevant to spectral wave transformation modelling. Grid generation. How to run SWAN. Model calibration and validation. Analysis and visualisation of results. Model settings and SWAN steering file keywords. Students and professionals, e.g. coastal engineers from consultants and local government. No previous experience of running computational wave models is required. At the end of the course participants will: be able to set up and run SWAN and analyse and plot model results; have a working version of SWAN installed on their laptop. Stephen Grey Really well structured course with the right balance between presentation and practical delegate 20

20 Environmental modelling for regulators Three-day training course Providing environmental regulators with a greater understanding and knowledge of hydrodynamic studies carried out by consultants. Environmental regulators are responsible for protecting and enhancing the environment despite the growing development pressures throughout the world. The impact of developments are often assessed by consultants using specialist hydrodynamic modelling skills. This course has been developed to help regulators confirm the current best practice and develop practical guidelines for interpreting hydrodynamic studies. Introduction to coastal hydrodynamics (waves, water levels and currents). Hydrodynamic modelling (model setup, boundary conditions, calibration & validation, appropriate forcing conditions). Dilution and dispersion of discharges (general principles, intake/outfall models). Flushing and water quality (general principles, appropriate selection of test cases, residence times, interpretation of results). Beaches and beach processes (basic design principles for stable healthy beaches). Dredging and reclamation activities (basic principles, selection of appropriate test cases, data requirements). Environmental regulators involved in interpreting environmental assessments. This course will provide environmental regulators with greater understanding and knowledge of hydrodynamic studies carried out by consultants. Matthew Wood Environmental modelling for regulators Intermediate Hydrodynamic modelling 21

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22 Energy HR Wallingford helps to optimise investment return and minimise the environmental impacts of marine renewable energy projects. Our clients include owners, operators, contractors and consultants, as well as regulators and other national organisations. Energy Offshore renewable energy summer school...24 Planning offshore developments with SMARTtide

23 Offshore renewable energy summer school Intermediate Energy Offshore renewable energy summer school Two-week summer school (modules can be booked separately) An industry focused course that aims to expand and sustain a community of high-quality staff for the UK offshore renewable energy industry. The offshore renewable energy summer school is a two-week IMarEST accredited course hosted by HR Wallingford and is delivered at the end of year one of the Edinburgh / Strathclyde / Exeter Industrial Doctorate Centre in Offshore Renewable Energy (IDCORE) programme. The first summer school in this series was held at HR Wallingford in 2012, attended by post graduate students from the IDCORE programme. From 2013, the course has been open to bookings from other students and professionals with the added flexibility of attending either the full course, or selected modules. The summer school is designed to deliver an industry focused course that aims to expand and sustain a community of high-quality staff for the UK offshore renewable energy industry. Day 1* - Site selection Day 2* - Environmental assessments and noise modelling Day 3* - Flow and tide modelling using TELEMAC-2D Day 4* - Waves and wave modelling using SWAN Day 5 & 6 - Maritime engineering (two days) Day 7* - Wave forces on structures Day 8* - Marine scour and sediment Day 9* - Modelling hall and navigation simulator practical Day 10 - Full course assignment. Students, engineers, regulators and consultants working in the offshore renewable energy sector. At the end of the course participants will have: appreciation of the wide range of issues relating to offshore renewables, and of initial site selection; hands on experience of running TELEMAC computational flow and SWAN wave models for resource assessment and design; knowledge and application methods for determining forces on offshore / nearshore structures; an understanding of environmental legislation and assessments; an understanding of key engineering issues, construction methods and equipment; knowledge on specific issues of sediments and scour around offshore structures. The summer school and each module are accredited by IMarEST for Continuing Professional Development; a certificate will be provided on completion of the course or the module(s). Prof Richard Whitehouse * Modules can be booked separately 24

24 Site selection Appropriate site selection is fundamental to the successful development of offshore renewables. Sites chosen must provide access to viable energy resources and also take into account other technical and environmental risks. The site selection module will familiarise attendees with an overview of the technical issues and risks when identifying and selecting sites for the implementation of wave, tidal and offshore wind projects. Day 1 Environmental assessments and noise modelling Environmental impact assessments are an integral part of projects, providing a systematic process for identifying, predicting and evaluating the environmental effects of proposed actions and projects. This module provides a background into them, what they encompass and why they re undertaken. It then focusses on the process involved in conducting an Environmental Impact Assessment with examples of the key requirements and reporting structure. Day Energy 2 Flow and tide modelling using TELEMAC-2D A powerful insight into hydrodynamic processes can be gained through numerical modelling. TELEMAC 2D uses a flexible mesh, which optimises computational efficiency whilst maintaining fine detail in the area of interest. This course will teach participants how to generate a model mesh, and set up, run and modify a TELEMAC-2D model. Two different simulations will be compared to predict the impact of changes in the environment. Day 3 Waves and wave modelling using SWAN The design of coastal structures is typically reliant on prediction of wave conditions in shallow water. As waves transform from offshore they are modified by several processes dependent on the height and period of the waves and the water depth. The SWAN spectral wave model, is a reliable model for wave generation and transformation in relatively shallow water and is widely used within the industry for deriving operational and design wave conditions in coastal waters. This module will provide a summary of the theory related to wave transformation, and provide a hands-on introduction to setting up and running SWAN, including pre- and postprocessing. Day 4 Maritime engineering Maritime engineering faces the challenges of building in difficult conditions where waves, tides, currents, wind, ice and erosion all pose threats on the structural integrity of offshore structures. The main objectives of marine design are to achieve efficient economical structures that are resilient to these forces, using safe construction methods, materials and equipment which meet the requirements at minimum cost. This module will include an overview of marine construction, geotechnical, hydrographic and metocean data collection with a visit to Fugro s offshore soil investigation laboratory in Wallingford. It will also cover foundation design and installation and scour protection methods along with dredging contracts, methods and procedures. Day 5 & 6 Wave forces on structures This module introduces the key issues of coastal processes and design methods for coastal structures, including seawalls, breakwaters, vertical walls, piers and jetties. Coastal ports and harbours are necessary infrastructure to provide access to offshore renewable energy farms. The key responses covered will be wave overtopping prediction and/or crest level calculation, and armour size determination. Simple methods to estimate wave loads will also be covered. Day 7 Marine scour and sediment Scour is a physical process related to the movement of the seabed or riverbed sediment as a result of the flow of water around a structure. Scour is of a geotechnical nature as it relates to the reduction in ground level around a structure. This module will introduce the necessary methods for assessing and mitigating the risk of scour. Whether it is related to the foundation structures and the cabling necessary for in-field transmission and power export associated with offshore renewables developments or to pipelines, seawalls or breakwaters. Day 8 25

25 Planning offshore developments with SMARTtide Specialist Energy Planning offshore developments with SMARTtide One-day training course Covering how SMARTtide can be used as a tool for tidal current and range assessment. SMARTtide (Simulated Marine Array Resource Testing) is a tool that has been developed by HR Wallingford under contract to the ETI for engineers and decision makers in the European marine renewable energy industry. With its three underlying hydrodynamic models, SMARTtide provides information such as: the interactions between tidal energy systems around the UK and NW Europe, including how they combine to form an overall effect of tidal range and flow velocity; the effects of one extraction at one location on the tidal energy resources at other distant sites around the UK and Europe; the impacts of the design, layout and location of the tidal farms on tidal range and flow velocity in the local area; and any constraints that these interactions might place on the design, development and location of future tidal farms. Background to SMARTtide model developments. Information on the data requirements needed to run a SMARTtide scenario. How to interpret model outputs. Information for running scenarios under the fee-for-service model available online from the HR Wallingford web-site. Who should attend This course is suitable for engineers and managers involved in: identifying prime tidal current sites around the UK; planning seabed surveys; assessing the potential near and far afield impacts of tidal current and tidal range schemes; assessing the spatial impacts of a combination of tidal schemes at a regional or UK Level including the Channel Islands and French coast; optimising the UK tidal energy resource development for a particular variable e.g. the maximum energy output, phasing (to balance out energy production), minimum cost of energy, and to ensure that environmental changes do not exceed a particular limit. At the end of the course participants will: have a sound knowledge of what SMARTtide is and its approach to tidal current and range assessments. Samantha Dawson 26

26 Rivers, drainage and flooding Flood risk management is a key area of HR Wallingford s expertise. We deliver sustainable flood risk management solutions and develop integrated approaches to help others manage the risk of flooding, protect people and property from flood water, and minimise the consequences of flood events. Rivers, drainage, flooding HR Wallingford has designed a number of training courses on rivers, drainage and flooding. River hydrology and hydraulics...28 Flood risk analysis and management...29 Concepts in river modelling and flood risk management...30 Evacuation and loss of life analysis for floods The formulation of rating curves for rivers

27 River hydrology and hydraulics Foundation Rivers, drainage, flooding River hydrology and hydraulics Two-day training course Guiding participants through key hydrological and hydraulic processes and computational techniques. Sustainable catchment management relies on a robust understanding of: rainfall-runoff and hydraulic processes; how variability in catchment characteristics can influence rates and volumes of runoff; the relationship between flow and water level at any location. The development of appropriate catchment management solutions is also dependent on the ability to correctly evaluate the impact of different options. This introductory course guides participants through the fundamental science and the most up-to-date supporting tools. It demonstrates content and relevance through a series of worked examples. Hydrometric analysis. River flow processes. Conveyance. Estimating flows and flow hydrographs. Flow resistance and roughness. Behaviour and modelling of river structures. Those involved in river and catchment management including recent graduates, consultants, local authority staff, conservation and fisheries officers, development control and flood defence officers. Some background knowledge in hydrology or hydraulics, or education to degree level in geography, civil engineering or environmental science would be helpful. At the end of the course participants will: have developed a knowledge of hydrometric data, why it is needed, what to collect and where to collect it; know how to construct a rating curve from river level and flow data; be aware of the different methods for estimating flood peaks and hydrographs, and know where and when to use them; understand river processes relating to morphology and sediments; have developed a knowledge of basic open channel flow principles; understand how water levels are calculated from flows; know what affects water levels at low and high flows. Dr Caroline Hazlewood Practical exercises useful in applying what was taught to real life situations delegate 28

28 Flood risk analysis and management Two-day training course Introducing the concepts of flood risk analysis and management within the context of current UK policies and legislation. This course introduces the concepts of flood risk analysis and management within the context of existing UK policies and legislation. Current techniques in considering climate change and joint probability are presented in outline, as is the latest guidance on producing flood risk assessments. The course focusses on river and urban flooding, however, much of the course content has relevance to tidal and coastal flooding as well. Policy and legislation (UK and EC legislation and implications for UK stakeholders). Overview of methods for implementation. Risk analysis - What is risk? and How can you manage risk? Climate change. Joint probability. Flood mitigation. Introduction to integrated urban drainage and Flood Risk Assessments (FRA). Those involved in river and catchment management including recent graduates, consultants, local authority staff, development control and flood defence officers. It is designed as a suitable follow-on course from River hydrology and hydraulics, but can be undertaken independently. Some background knowledge of hydrology and/or hydraulics would be helpful. At the end of the course, the participants will: be aware of the key policies and legislation of relevance to the UK; understand the concepts used in flood risk analysis; be aware of the different types of assessment and their application within flood risk management strategic planning; understand the purpose of flood risk analysis and management within the context of development planning; know what a flood risk assessment should contain and how to undertake such an assessment; have an up-to-date knowledge of how to take climate change into consideration; be aware of joint probability issues (e.g. the probability of high river levels in combination with high sea levels) and alternative approaches to its analysis; have developed a basic knowledge of drainage principles and understand the importance of integrated urban flood risk management. Andrew Tagg The course was at a good pace with plenty of opportunities for discussions and questions delegate Flood risk analysis and management Intermediate Rivers, drainage, flooding 29

29 Concepts in river modelling and flood risk mgmt Intermediate Rivers, drainage, flooding Concepts in river modelling and flood risk management One-day training course Providing best practice guidance on the standards that should be used when carrying out computer modelling of watercourses for flood risk management purposes. A model is an idealisation of the real-life situation which it represents. The key principal of modelling is to ensure that the representation is sufficient for the purpose for which it will be used. Over the past 15 years hydraulic modelling software used in flood risk management studies has become increasingly easy to use. However, the increased user friendliness, flexibility and choice of software can, unfortunately, lead to inconsistency in the approach and quality of hydraulic modelling undertaken. This course provides an overview of river modelling software widely used in the UK, together with their advantages and disadvantages. Background to the development of river modelling and an introduction to river modelling software. Model construction including: choice of model; survey data; model conceptualisation; an introduction to the representation of structures (e.g. weirs and bridges); the incorporation of historical information into models. Boundary conditions and other important parameters. Sensitivity analysis and uncertainty. Calibration and verification of hydraulic models. Quality assurance and audit trail of models. Those responsible for the evaluation and formulation of river models for use in flood risk management studies including Environment Agency staff, consultants and local authority staff. At the end of the course participants will have: an understanding of which hydraulic models are appropriate for different situations; an overview of the pieces of river modelling software that are widely used in the UK, together with their advantages and disadvantages; a comprehension of issues such as the spacing of river cross-sections, the location of boundary conditions, and the importance of calibration and verification; an understanding of the main sources of uncertainty and how these can be communicated to a range of stakeholders; an overview of the importance of quality assurance and audit trail techniques such as model diaries. Darren Lumbroso 30

30 Evacuation and loss of life analysis for floods One-day training course Introducing methods to estimate the loss of life and the evacuation times for flood events in order to improve emergency planning. In the years between 1980 and 2009, it has been estimated that there were approximately 540,000 deaths, 362,000 injuries and 2.8 billion people affected by floods. Despite this global impact there has been little attention paid to methods to estimate the possible scales of the loss of life and the likely evacuation times for flood events in order to improve emergency planning. This course introduces the different types of methods and models that are available, ranging from simple empirical methods to sophisticated agent-based models where the behaviour of each individual and their interaction with the flood hazard is explicitly represented. An introduction including a global perspective of loss of life as the result of floods and the reasons for deaths caused by flooding. Emergency planning for floods. Factors affecting the instability of people and vehicles in floodwater, as well as the ability of buildings to resist floodwater. A comparison of loss of life models and their different uses. Methods to estimate evacuation times for floods. The use of evacuation and loss of life models in improving emergency planning for floods. Flood risk managers, Environment Agency staff, emergency planners with an interest in floods and consultants responsible for emergency planning for floods. At the end of the course, participants will have: an overview of the reasons for death caused by flooding; an understanding of the characteristics of people, buildings and vehicles that make them vulnerable to floodwater; an overview of emergency planning for floods and the importance of risks to people and evacuation in improving the effectiveness of these plans; an understanding of the different types of loss of life and evacuation models currently available and which ones are appropriate in what situations. Andrew Tagg Evacuation and loss of life analysis for floods Specialist Rivers, drainage, flooding 31

31 The formulation of rating curves for rivers Intermediate Rivers, drainage, flooding The formulation of rating curves for rivers One-day training course Providing information on the methods to develop rating curves, as well as an introduction to innovative methods to collect river flow data. The accurate formulation of stage-discharge relationships or rating curves is important for reliable planning, design, and management of most flood mitigation and water resources projects. This course provides practising engineers and planners with information on the methods that are available to develop rating curves, as well as an introduction to innovative methods to collect river flow data. An introduction to rating curves and how they can be extended. Simple approaches to the production of rating curves. The production of ratings curves using the velocity index method. Using one-dimensional hydraulic models to develop rating curves including the use of the Conveyance Estimation System. An introduction to the use of two- and threedimensional computational hydraulic models for the development of rating curves. A demonstration of a boat-mounted Acoustic Doppler Current Profiler to collect flow data. Case studies using the Conveyance Estimation System. Anyone who has an understanding of basic hydrological and hydraulic methods who wishes to improve their knowledge of the production of these curves for use in water resources and flood studies. This includes Environment Agency staff, consultants and local authority staff. At the end of this course participants will understand: the different types of rating curves and the conditions in which they occur; the advantages and disadvantages of various rating curve formulation methods; the use of the Conveyance Estimation System to produce rating curves. David Ramsbottom 32

32 Water resources and water management With over 60 years experience in hydraulic engineering, our internationally renowned experts use the latest developments from our cutting-edge research to deliver innovative, sustainable and cost effective solutions. Our dams and reservoir consultants have the specialist knowledge to help solve the most complex dam and reservoir related challenges. Water resources With water management, water security refers to the sustainable use and development of water resources, the protection of ecosystem services, and the management of water-related hazards. Using the principles of integrated water resource management, HR Wallingford has considerable experience in translating the latest science into practical policy advice, strategy formulation and decision making support for optimisation of investment planning. Dams and reservoir safety...34 Dam breach modelling...35 Risk assessment for reservoir safety...36 Adaptive water resources management and allocation...38 Snow and ice: Risks and opportunities...39 Sedimentation problems in reservoirs

33 Dam and reservoir safety Foundation Water resources Dams and reservoir safety One-day training course Introducing the importance of reservoir safety, the legal framework that exists, and basic dam engineering principles. Reservoir safety is of growing importance in the UK as populations grow bigger and our dams grow older. The average age of the dams in the UK is 120 years, and the results of a dam bursting can be catastrophic more akin to a tsunami wave than a river flood. Given it s growing importance there are more and more people becoming involved in the day to day management of dams and reservoirs; people that may not have had formal engineering training. This course aims to explain the importance of reservoir safety, the legal framework that exists, and basic dam engineering principles in non-technical language to assist those involved in the operation, maintenance, monitoring and regulation of dams in the UK. An introduction to the different types of reservoir and dam. Why do dams fail? What happens if they fail? Why is monitoring important? An introduction to the legal framework in the UK. Why is maintenance important? Where to find more information? When to ask for professional advice? An introduction to the uncertainties in breach modelling and how to deal with them. There will be opportunities for general discussion on matters important to the course delegates. This course is aimed primarily at non-technical people who need a basic understanding of dam engineering, UK legislation and reservoir safety issues. It would suit new enforcement agency staff, reservoir O&M and monitoring staff, and reservoir owners who may not have an engineering background. It is not appropriate for Panel Engineers and engineering consultants. At the end of the course participants will understand: the different types of dam and reservoir; the legal responsibilities of owners; when and where to go for further help. why monitoring and maintenance is necessary; Craig Goff 34

34 Dam breach modelling One-day training course Introducing the causes, processes and methods for modelling embankment dam failures. Dam breach flood events are usually low probability but high impact events with potentially very high fatality and economic damage figures. Dam breach floods are very different in nature to fluvial, coastal and groundwater flooding. The complex soil erosion and hydraulics involved in a dam breach can have a significant effect on the destructive properties of such a flood. This introductory course examines the nature of breaches through embankment dams, the different approaches available to model or assess these and the pros and cons of each type of approach. It explains the different failure modes identified in breaching, when these failure modes are most likely to occur, and what the impact is of modelling the wrong failure mode. Ideas on how to deal with uncertainties in the input parameters and the impact of these uncertainties on the model output are discussed. What is a dam breach? Dam breach failure mechanisms. The nature of dam breach flooding. Predictive and user-defined models. Rapid and comprehensive breach models. Comparison of breach modelling software. The impact of different failure modes on breach hydrographs. Uncertainties in breach modelling Common mistakes in breach modelling. and how to deal with them. It would be beneficial to attend the dams and reservoir safety course before this course. Dam owners/operators, consulting engineers undertaking/specifying dam breach studies and emergency planners. At the end of the course participants will understand: basic hydraulics and soil erosion processes; how a dam breach flood differs Dr Mohamed Hassan Mohammed (course tutor) is obviously passionate about his field and this shines through, a great presenter delegate from other types of flooding; the importance of modelling a breach accurately when undertaking embankment dam breach studies; the most likely breach failure mode based on embankment design; how to deal with the uncertainties inherent to breach modelling. Dam breach modelling Intermediate Water resources 35

35 Risk assessment for reservoir safety Foundation Water resources Risk assessment for reservoir safety One-day training course Introducing reservoir safety through the concepts of risk and performance. Ensuring acceptable performance and managing risk from reservoirs and dams whilst avoiding unnecessary expenditure on physical interventions is a considerable challenge. The wide variety of dam types and forms, together with the physical settings in which they are located, further complicates the task. The concepts of risk and performance explained on this introductory one day course provides a useful basis on which dam managers and engineers can build their understanding of: the critical risk factors of dams and the systems within which they function; the significance of the outcomes of reservoir risk assessments and how to make judgements as to their adequacy; efforts required to collect further data, conduct further investigations or assessments, or to instigate remedial options if required. An introduction to the existing reservoir safety management framework and the role of reservoir risk assessment (in England and Wales). Concepts of risk, performance and reliability. The tiered approach to risk assessment for reservoirs and the risk assessment framework. An introduction to risk identification, risk analysis and evaluation. Very knowledgeable presenters on the subject. Excellent handouts and visual aids. Good references and made readily available to everyone delegate Tolerability of risk and the ALARP (as low as reasonably practicable) principle. Considering options, proportionality and other considerations. Who should attend Owners, reservoir undertakers and mangers of reservoirs in England or Wales. Trainee dam engineers, inspecting engineers, supervising engineers and consulting engineers. At the end of the course participants will understand: the purpose and reasons for reservoir risk assessment; reservoir safety process and industry regulatory requirements; the risk assessment framework and the various components of a reservoir risk assessment; the considerations when undertaking a review of a reservoir risk assessment; the possible actions following assessment portfolio comparison of risk assessment outputs; and awareness of options to reduce risk. Alex Topple 36

36 Sedimentation problems in reservoirs One-day training course An overview of sedimentation issues in reservoirs and how to quantify them taking into account different aspects. Sedimentation in reservoirs reduces their storage capacity, blocks intakes and damages tunnels and turbines. This course provides an overview of sedimentation issues in reservoirs and how to quantify them. It takes into account different aspects such as the source of sediment, the transport capacity of the river and the sedimentation processes in the reservoir. Sediment management options including some survey techniques are explored along with numerical approaches to quantify sedimentation. An overview of sediment transport modes. An introduction to sedimentation processes in reservoirs. Methods of sampling and collecting data in reservoirs. A review of sediment management options. An overview of methods to quantify deposition including numerical simulations. Reservoir managers and hydropower owners who deal with the impacts of sediments in reservoirs. At the end of the course participants will understand: sedimentation processes in reservoirs; the advantages and disadvantages of various sediment management options; the use of different methods to quantify sediment deposition. Dr Marta Roca Collell Sedimentation problems in dams and reservoirs Intermediate Water resources 37

37 Adaptive water resources mgmt and allocation Intermediate Water resources Adaptive water resources management and allocation Three-day training course An introduction to the development of water management plans and to a sustainable and adaptive approach to account for climate change uncertainties. In many countries, the pace of exploitation of water resources is increasing rapidly. This, coupled with rapidly increasing demands and the uncertainty posed by future climate change, means that many parts of the world are suffering from water stress. This can lead to serious negative impacts on social and economic development and the deteriorating health of the aquatic ecosystem. Where there is no further water available for use, catchments are referred to as closed. When such water stress is reached, new and more sophisticated approaches to water management are required. This course covers a number of fundamental topics which need to be addressed when managing the water resources in river basins in an integrated approach. This includes understanding the data requirements, the collection thereof and how this data can be converted to create water allocation and management plans. It is also discusses how to create a sustainable and adaptive approach to account for climate change uncertainties in the future, including the development of water permits and indicators. Water resource functions at a river basin scale. Introduction to water resources management and allocation modelling. Indicators for water resource management. Stakeholder participation. Monitoring, information management and basin planning. Climate change drivers and impacts on different sectors. Creating an Integrated Water Instruments and measures for adaptation. Resources Management plan. River basin managers, staff working in ministries of water, policy makers responsible for water resources management, consultants carrying out water resources management studies. At the end of the course participants will understand: the main basic functions for water resources management at the river basin scale; how indicators can be applied; the basic elements of water allocation and the links to other water management functions; the basis of pollution control for water resources management; approaches for planning water resources to bring about the greatest benefit; the concept of adaptation to climate change. Darren Lumbroso Greatly appreciated the time and attention given to us, and being able to accommodate our needs and requests delegate 38

38 Snow and ice: Risks and opportunities Two-day training course Introducing the fundamental concepts of snow and glacier melt runoff generation and the use of freely available modelling tools. Snow-covered catchments tend to be high altitude remote areas. They often represent considerable storages of water, vital to the livelihoods of those living downstream. Glaciers are vast natural reserves of water and owing to the complex interactions between glaciers and seasonal snow cover, serve to regulate river flows from one year to the next. In managing water resources in areas receiving seasonal snow and glacier melt runoff it is vital to understand the processes affecting runoff generation. Rapid snow melt can also pose a risk resulting in flooding and outbursts from glacial lakes. This course introduces the fundamental concepts of snow and glacier melt runoff generation and the use of freely available software tools to model it. The course first focusses on modelling for water resources yield estimation. It then presents modelling for maximum flood estimation in basins that have a potentially dangerous glacial lake, whose catastrophic release is likely to produce a flood wave (Glacial Lake Outburst Flood, or GLOF) exceeding that of climatically driven processes. Case studies focus on Himalayan basins. Introduction to snow melt hydrology and GLOF generation processes. Accessing suitable datasets. What to do where data are scarce. Pre-processing datasets using the bespoke ArcGIS Snow Melt Toolbox. Setting up and running a Snowmelt Runoff Model. Setting up and running a GLOF dam break model. Routing a GLOF using HEC-RAS. Hydrologists, geographers, engineers and water resources managers with an understanding of hydrological processes and some experience of modelling these. At the end of the course participants will: have an understanding of the complexities of snow melt hydrology; understand the data requirements for running the different models; understand how to use available data to best effect in data-scarce environments; be able to access suitable data for water resources yield assessments from mountainous regions; be able to set up and run the Snowmelt Runoff Model and GLOF models; appreciate the challenges of modelling snow melt runoff and floods from glacial lake outbursts. Antony Hurford Snow and ice: Risks and opportunities Intermediate Water resources 39

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40 Infrastructure management and operations River infrastructure includes both in-channel structures and flood defences to protect adjacent land. Coastal infrastructure includes man-made structures such as sea walls, and natural barriers such as dunes which all need to be maintained. HR Wallingford has a long history of understanding and providing solutions for optimum river and coastal infrastructure management. We help asset managers target their limited resources for maintenance to obtain the greatest benefit in terms of risk reduction. Infrastructure management HR Wallingford s courses on infrastructure management include coastal and river structures and also the maintenance of river channels, ports and harbours through dredging. These courses follow on from the hydrology and hydraulics and coastal processes and management foundation courses. Management of above-ground flood and coastal assets...42 River capacity and the influence on vegetation and habitat management...43 River scour and protection works...44 Dredging management...45 Hydraulic design of culverts

41 Mgmt of above-ground flood and coastal assets Foundation Infrastructure management Management of above-ground flood and coastal assets One-day training course Providing an understanding of the infrastructure asset management life-cycle and the methods and tools available across that cycle. Managing risks from flood or coastal defence deterioration, damage and breach whilst avoiding unnecessary expenditure on physical interventions is a considerable challenge. It requires the understanding of a wide range of structure types and physical settings and working with a broad range of stakeholders. A key element is understanding the range of potential failure processes and carrying out management assessments. HR Wallingford has helped to develop guidance documents for infrastructure asset management and the design of flood and coastal assets, including the International Levee Handbook and the Rock Manual. We have also been involved in the development of new assessment and inspection tools and techniques for infrastructure asset management. This course makes this information available to interested practitioners. An introduction to the infrastructure asset management cycle. Types of structures (hard, earthen and mobile) and typical management issues. Roles, responsibilities, and communication in asset management. Failure mechanisms and risk-based assessment of asset performance and reliability. The routines of inspection and monitoring, maintenance and repair. making changes: assessment of risk attributable to assets and prioritisation of interventions (modifications and new structures) within asset systems. dealing with asset incidents, including failures and breaches: emergency planning, preparedness, event and crisis management. acquiring infrastructure asset management data, including real time monitoring. management of deterioration and whole life costs aspiring to sustainable management. Those involved in the management and modification of above ground assets including engineers and managers from flood risk management, operating authorities, riparian and coastal landowners with flood and coastal defences and channels. At the end of the course participants will understand: the issues associated with the asset management cycle; deterioration, failure and breach processes; how to plan maintenance, improvement and emergency interventions; Jonathan Simm Friendly, very knowledgeable presenters. Demonstrated a high level of knowledge and expertise delegate modern techniques of risk assessment, asset reliability and systems analysis. 42

42 River capacity and the influence on vegetation and habitat management One-day training course An overview of how to estimate the capacity of rivers. This course focusses on the use of a free-available tool, the Conveyance Estimation System (CES) designed to solve simple types of assessments. It covers a demonstration of the software use and hands-on exercises with real channels to familiarise attendees with the key concepts of estimating river capacity. The influence of vegetation on water levels and how to consider it and the estimation of flow parameters that influence the habitats are also discussed. The principles of CES. An overview of river resistance. The influence of vegetation and sediments on flow conditions. The roughness advisor. The Conveyance Generator. Case studies. Those working on flooding problems and the impacts of changes on river conditions caused by maintenance works (such as cutting of vegetation or dredging). At the end of the course participants will understand: the use of CES to estimate the river capacity; the influence of different types of vegetation on the flow; the impacts of maintenance works on flow conditions. Dr Caroline Hazlewood River capacity and the influence on vegetation Specialist Infrastructure management 43

43 River scour and protection works Specialist Infrastructure management River scour and protection works One-day training course Familiarising participants with the different types of scour and morphological processes that should be considered when assessing structures near rivers. Failure of structures in river beds and banks (such as bridges, culverts or control grade structures) is related, in most cases, to scour processes. This course aims to familiarise students with the different types of scour and morphological processes that should be considered when assessing structures near rivers and with the advantages and disadvantages of different types of protection works. An introduction to river morphology. General scour processes. Scour protection works. Design of protection works. Estimation of different types of scour. Infrastructure asset managers that want to know more about the possible scour problems of structures in rivers and how to deal with them. At the end of this course, participants will understand: the risks associated to scour; the use of different equations and techniques to estimate scour; the advantages and disadvantages of different scour protection works; the use of different methods to design protection works. Dr Marta Roca Collell 44

44 Dredging management One-day training course Providing an introduction to dredging management to enable effective and efficient management and regulation of dredging projects. Dredging is often a key part of coastal infrastructure projects. It is central to the delivery of construction aggregates to the UK and in maintaining the navigability of our waterways, estuaries, ports and harbours. The global dredging market is worth approximately 8 billion per annum. Dredging is a highly specialist discipline and not one which is typically covered in UK Civil Engineering (or similar) degree courses. The cost of undertaking dredging works is often high - it can be tens of thousands of pounds per day - and the activities commonly have considerable risks associated with them. These may relate to factors such as weather delays, unknown seabed conditions (and therefore the ability to dredge), and unexploded ordnance. This course is designed to provide an introduction to the subject of dredging and will assist those who are responsible for commissioning and managing dredging contractors and those who regulate dredging. The course will enable attendees to manage and regulate dredging projects and contractors more effectively and efficiently. An explanation of definitions and terminology. An introduction to the different types of dredging (e.g. capital, maintenance, aggregate, deep water etc). Dredging plant description. The components of a dredging project (e.g. planning, licences, contracts, environmental aspects, undertaking and managing works, potential disputes / claims and their avoidance). Who should attend Project owners, those managing contractors, regulators, port and harbour authorities, coastal engineers, conservation agencies At the end of the course participants will understand: what dredging is and its importance for commerce, coastal defence, leisure and the environment; how dredging is undertaken, including descriptions of the equipment used and detailed explanations of the different stages/ components of a dredging project; how to plan and manage dredging, and how to avoid costly disputes and claims. Dr Mark Lee A lot of knowledge was given based on experience in the field. Speakers were very open, enthusiastic and motivated delegate Dredging management Foundation Infrastructure management 45

45 Hydraulic design of culverts Specialist Infrastructure management Hydraulic design of culverts One-day training course Providing information to practising engineers and planners on the hydraulic design of culverts. An understanding of the hydraulic design of culverts is essential, both in new developments and situations where these structures need to be upgraded. This is because culverts often significantly influence upstream and downstream flood risks, floodplain management and public safety. This course provides information to practising engineers and planners on the hydraulic design of culverts. Introduction to the culvert design process including the six steps to good culvert design. Culvert hydraulics. Other culvert design considerations. An introduction to the Afflux Culvert components and good design practice. Estimation System software. An introduction to other freely available software tools and guidance documents. Anyone with an understanding of basic hydrological and hydraulic methods who wishes to improve their knowledge of the hydraulic design of culverts. At the end of this course participants will understand: an overview of the culvert design process and the characteristics of the ideal culvert; the main hydraulic characteristics important for the design of culverts; the different types of software currently available that can assist engineers and planners in the hydraulic design of culverts and bridges. Darren Lumbroso 46

46 Climate change HR Wallingford is at the international forefront of climate change risk assessment. We specialise in translating the latest scientific research into practical policy advice, adaptation strategies and decision-making support tools. Climate change Some of the impacts of climate change are covered on many of our introductory courses. The climate change risk assessment and adaptation course is focussed primarily on the UK S Climate Change Risk Assessment (CCRA) which was the first-ever comprehensive assessment of potential risks and opportunities for the UK arising from climate change. This course is suitable for many industry sectors such as energy and forestry. Climate change risk assessment and adaption

47 Climate change risk assessment and adaption Intermediate Climate change Climate change risk assessment and adaptation Two-day training course Introducing climate change risk assessment and adaptation planning. Climate change can cause both risks and opportunities in the UK and globally. A climate change risk assessment is a first step in understanding these risks and opportunities at a national, regional or sector scale. This course provides training in climate change risk assessment and adaptation planning for participants from any organisation or sector interested in undertaking this type of work. It enables policy makers and planners to integrate climate change into their decision-making processes in a robust and transparent way. The course not only covers the theory of risk assessments, but gives practical guidance on how to apply different assessment approaches in climate change adaptation decision making. Group exercises are included in the course and this provides outputs that participants can take away with them and develop further in their own time. Introduction to climate change and risk assessment. A rapid introduction to climate change science and policy. How to assess climate change risks and vulnerabilities. How to scope and prioritise risks. Climate change adaptation. Climate change adaptation principles. Building adaptive capacity. Review of case studies and tools. Central government departments, devolved governments, government agencies, local authorities, engineers and scientists from consultancy firms and early career researchers. At the end of the course participants will: have to learned from our experience through various projects including, but not limited to, the CCRA, the UKWIR adaptation framework and the GWP framework for water security and climate resilient development; be able to produce outputs (e.g. recommendations, roadmaps, prioritized lists of impacts) that can be used directly in their organisation and/or sector; have gained insights into the specific challenges that they face in undertaking risk assessments and planning adaptation actions to account for future climate change, so that they can apply a robust risk based approach to decision-making. Helen Udale-Clarke 48