Abstract

This subject provides a comprehensive grounding of the major concepts in river hydrology, hydraulics and geomorphology. Students will gain knowledge about flow hydrology, hydraulic behaviour, landforms and sedimentary deposits of rivers. Practical topics include the identification and description of distinctive landforms, sediments and types of flow associated with rivers, as … For more content click the Read More button below.

Syllabus

Introduction to river systems - a global perspective;Channel shape;Channel pattern and planform;Channel behaviour;Formation of the floodplain;Stream discharge, hydrographs and flood frequency analysis;Stream hydraulics, shear stress and resistance;Stream sediment load, erosion, transport and deposition;Channel change in the period of European settlement in eastern Australia;Application of hydrology and geomorphology in river management

Assumed knowledge

Students who have completed GEO513 may not enrol in this subject