CE 3354 Engineering Hydrology

Course Catalog Description:

(3) Analysis and design methods related to the occurrence and distribution of surface and groundwater; precipitation, infiltration, runoff, and frequency analysis.

Prerequisites:

CE 3305 or equivalent

Course Sections

Lesson time, days, and location:

  1. Section 002; CRN 73373; 1100-1220 T-Th ; EE 00118

Course Instructor:

Instructor: Theodore G. Cleveland, Ph.D., P.E., M. ASCE, F. EWRI

Email: theodore.cleveland@ttu.edu (put CE 3354 in subject line for email related to this class)

Office location: CECE 203F; but prefer Telepresence (Zoom)

Office hours: TBD (meetings will be by Zoom call)

Teaching Assistant:

Teaching Assistant: none authorized

Email : N/A

Office location: N/A

Office hours: N/A

Textbook(s):

Gupta, R.S., 2017. Hydrology and Hydraulic Systems, Waveland Press, ISBN 10: 1-4786-3091-4; ISBN 13: 978-1-4786-3091-3, 888p.
Waveland Press - purchase
Amazon - purchase or rent

Supplimental Readings are stored on the class server. Many are linked below in the schedule; However if you browse, you will need to open the target files to see the topic.

Course Objectives:

Theory and application of hydrologic concepts; learn how to use predictive tools such as charts and computer programs, and apply these tools to the analysis and design of collection and drainage systems. Preparation of a professional report is a component of this course.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities (KSA) :

During this course the student will

  1. Read, synthesize, and communicate ideas presented in current and historical technicalliterature.
  2. Delineate watersheds from maps and determine common metrics (area, slope, mainchannel length) using digital planimetry.
  3. Perform hydrologic computations using JupyterLab, Excel, LibreOffice and other tools, as needed.
  4. Perform hydrologic simulation using HEC-HMS.
  5. Prepare a professional report of a hydrologic analysis of the design of a stormwater management system.

ABET Student Outcomes

  • Engineering:
    1. An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.
    2. An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.

Resources/Tools

Computational tools equivalent to those used in ENGR 1330 are expected. Professional software is used in the course; these are downloaded from the original sources (USGS and COE)

Hardware Requirements

The college of engineering has specific laptop requirements for courses that are listed at https://www.depts.ttu.edu/coe/dean/engineeringitservices/buyingtherightcomputer.php

A minimal AWS Lightsail Instance (use Windows Server 2000 template; lowest resource provision tier; AWS RDP client, or download and install own RDP client) is sufficient to run the course software if you are incapable of installation onto your own laptop.

Learning Management System

Blackboard(BB) is used as the learning management system (LMS) for this class and all exercises are to be uploaded to BB. Late submissions are accepted, but scores are be reduced by at least 50%.

Instructor Notes

The instructor notes are located at http://54.243.252.9/ce-3354-webroot/ce3354book/_build/html/intro.html

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Course Schedule

date topic readings homework
25Aug22 Introduction
- Syllabus
- Fundamental Concepts
- Water Budget
- Gupta pp. 1-52
- What is Hydrology?
- Hydrology Definition
- What is Hydrology? - Mays
BB quiz: CE-3354-Hydrology-Terms-Q1
30Aug22 Hydrologic Cycle
- Team Selection
- Water Budget Example
- Gupta pp. 52-59
- Water Budget - Wanilista
- Water Budget - McCuen
ES1
01Sep22 Watersheds
- Watershed Delineation
- Watershed Metrics
- Watersheds - McCuen
- How to Delineate a Watershed
- Numerical Planimetry
- How To Measure Path
- How to use Topographic Maps
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06Sep22 Design Project Computational Hydrology Workshop I
- Design Project Description
- Data Sources
- Report Structure
- Watershed Delineation
Gupta pp. 367-368 ES-2
08Sep22 Precipitation Data Modeling
- Probability Estimation Modeling
- Design Storms
Gupta pp. 423-430; 454-461 (4th Ed.)
- Probability Estimation Modeling - I
- Probability Estimation Modeling - II
- Design Rainfall
- Rainfall Intensity for Design
- Empirical Hyetographs
- DDF-Texas
- Texas DDF Atlas
ES3
13Sep22 Streamflow Data Modeling
- Streamflow Measurement
- Flood Frequency Analysis (B17C)
- Flow Duration Curves
- Regional Regression Equations
- Gupta pp. 227-288
- What is Runoff?
- Bulletin 17B (deprecated)
- Bulletin 17C (current)
- PeakFQ
- Texas Regional Regression Equations
bb quiz1
15Sep22 Hydrologic Process Modeling
- Rainfall-Runoff Process
- Rational Equation (A simplistic model)
Gupta pp. 60-118; 294-302
- Hydrologic Processes - Mays
- Surface Runoff - Mays
- Rational Method for Design
- Rate-Based C
- Volume-Based C
- Return Period Adjusted C_2013.pdf)
- Time-Parameter Estimation for Texas
- Low-Slope Tc Experiments
- Low-Slope Tc Estimation
bb quiz1
18Sep22 Exam 1: Parts 1 and 2 Part 1 is a Blackboard On-Line Test Part 2 Link Here or access from Blackboard
20Sep22 Evaporation Models
- subtopic
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- subtopic
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22Sep22 Design Project Computational Hydrology Workshop II
- Introduction to HEC-HMS
- Installation
- Examples
ppXX-XX ES8-Project
27Sep22 Infiltration Models
- subtopic
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- subtopic
ppXX-XX
- Infiltration Notes
- Green-Ampt Notes
- Infiltration PBK
- Green-Ampt in Texas
bb quiz1
29Sep22 Shallow Depression and Canopy Storage Models ppXX-XX bb quiz1
04Oct22 Unit Hydrographs - I
- Background
- Convolution/Deconvolution
- UH Analysis
- Gupta pp. 294-329
- Sherman Unit Hydrograph
- Statistical-Mechanical Unit Hydrograph
- Instantaneous Unit Hydrographs in Texas
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bb quiz1
06Oct22 Unit Hydrographs - II
- Gamma
- NRCS-DUH
- TR-55
- UH Synthesis
- Gupta pp. 321-329
- Prediction of DUH
- Unit Hydrographs from DEMs
- Physical Basis for Gamma Dist.
bb quiz1
08Oct22 Exam 2: Parts 1 and 2 Part 1 is a Blackboard On-Line Test Part 2 Link Here or access from Blackboard
11Oct22 Design Project Computational Hydrology Workshop II
- HEC-HMS Rainfall-Runoff
- Design Storm by Texas Hyetograph
ppXX-XX ES13-Project
13Oct22 Hydrograph Routing - I
Hydraulic vs. Hydrologic Routing
- Lag Routing
- Level-Pool Routing
ppXX-XX
-Reservoir and Stream Routing - Mays
bb quiz1
18Oct22 Hydrograph Routing - II
- Muskingum-Cunge
- topic
ppXX-XX
-Reservoir and Stream Routing - Mays
bb quiz1
20Oct22 Reservoir Storage Routing
- Elevation-Area Tables
- Elevation-Discharge Tables
ppXX-XX bb quiz1
25Oct22 Reservoir Outlet Works
- Orifices
- Weirs
- Conduits
ppXX-XX bb quiz1
27Oct22 Design Project Computational Hydrology Workshop III
- Lag/Muskingum Routing for Hardin Creek Reaches
- Level-Pool Routing for SCS Storage Reservoirs
ppXX-XX ES18-Project
30Oct22 Exam 3: Parts 1 and 2 Part 1 is a Blackboard On-Line Test Part 2 Link Here or access from Blackboard
01Nov22 Lesson 19: Groundwater Hydrology ppXX-XX
- Groundwater - Viessman
- Groundwater - Ferris
- Basic Groundwater Hydrology - USGS
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03Nov22 Lesson 20: Groundwater Hydrology ppXX-XX bb quiz1
08Nov22 Lesson 21: Well Hydraulics - Steady Flow
- Project
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10Nov22 Lesson 22: Well Hydraulics - Steady Flow
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15Nov22 Lesson 23: Well Hydraulics - Transient Flow
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17Nov22 Lesson 23: Well Hydraulics - Transient Flow
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20Nov22 Exam 4: Parts 1 and 2 Part 1 is a Blackboard On-Line Test Part 2 Link Here or access from Blackboard
22Nov22 Lesson 23: Project Presentations
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29Nov22 Lesson 23: Project Presentations
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01Dec22 Lesson 23: Project Presentations
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06Dec22 Lesson 23: Project Presentations
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Course Assessment and Grading Criteria:

There will be 20 homework assignments, four tests, and a final project report and presentation for this course.
Late assignments will be scored at 50% reduced value

Grades will be based on the following components; weighting is approximate:

Assessment Instrument Weight(%)
Attendance 10
Test-1 10
Test-2 10
Test-3 10
Test-4 10
Homework 30
Final Project Report 10
Final Project Presentation 10
Overall total 100

Letter grades will be assigned using the following proportions:

Normalized Score Range Letter Grade
≥ 90 A
80-89 B
70-79 C
55-69 D
< 55 F

Classroom Policy:

The following activities are not allowed in the classroom: Texting or talking on the cellphone or other electronic devices, and reading non-course related materials.

Telepresence (On-line) Courses

Obviously electronic devices are vital; disrupting the conference is prohibited, please mute your microphone unless you have a question - consider typing your question into the chat window as well. Be aware of bandwidth issues and remember most lessons and laboratory sessions are recorded and posted on youtube. Recording, editing, and rendering takes awhile, so expect 24-36 hour delay before video is available.


ADA Statement:

Any student who, because of a disability, may require special arrangements in order to meet the course requirements should contact the instructor as soon as possible to make necessary arrangements. Students must present appropriate verification from Student Disability Services during the instructor's office hours. Please note that instructors are not allowed to provide classroom accommodation to a student until appropriate verification from Student Disability Services has been provided. For additional information, please contact Student Disability Services office in 335 West Hall or call 806.742.2405.

Academic Integrity Statement:

Academic integrity is taking responsibility for one’s own class and/or course work, being individually accountable, and demonstrating intellectual honesty and ethical behavior. Academic integrity is a personal choice to abide by the standards of intellectual honesty and responsibility. Because education is a shared effort to achieve learning through the exchange of ideas, students, faculty, and staff have the collective responsibility to build mutual trust and respect. Ethical behavior and independent thought are essential for the highest level of academic achievement, which then must be measured. Academic achievement includes scholarship, teaching, and learning, all of which are shared endeavors. Grades are a device used to quantify the successful accumulation of knowledge through learning. Adhering to the standards of academic integrity ensures grades are earned honestly. Academic integrity is the foundation upon which students, faculty, and staff build their educational and professional careers. [Texas Tech University (“University”) Quality Enhancement Plan, Academic Integrity Task Force, 2010].

Religious Holy Day Statement:

“Religious holy day” means a holy day observed by a religion whose places of worship are exempt from property taxation under Texas Tax Code §11.20. A student who intends to observe a religious holy day should make that intention known to the instructor prior to the absence. A student who is absent from classes for the observance of a religious holy day shall be allowed to take an examination or complete an assignment scheduled for that day within a reasonable time after the absence. A student who is excused may not be penalized for the absence; however, the instructor may respond appropriately if the student fails to complete the assignment satisfactorily.

Ethical Conduct Policy:

Cheating is prohibited, and the representation of the work of another person as your own will be grounds for receiving a failing grade in the course.

DISCRIMINATION, HARASSMENT, AND SEXUAL VIOLENCE STATEMENT: Texas Tech University is committed to providing and strengthening an educational, working, and living environment where students, faculty, staff, and visitors are free from gender and/or sex discrimination of any kind. Sexual assault, discrimination, harassment, and other Title IX violations are not tolerated by the University. Report any incidents to the Office for Student Rights & Resolution, (806)-742-SAFE (7233) or file a report online at titleix.ttu.edu/students. Faculty and staff members at TTU are committed to connecting you to resources on campus. Some of these available resources are: TTU Student Counseling Center, 806- 742-3674, https://www.depts.ttu.edu/scc/(Provides confidential support on campus.) TTU 24-hour Crisis Helpline, 806-742-5555, (Assists students who are experiencing a mental health or interpersonal violence crisis. If you call the helpline, you will speak with a mental health counselor.) Voice of Hope Lubbock Rape Crisis Center, 806-763-7273, voiceofhopelubbock.org (24-hour hotline that provides support for survivors of sexual violence.) The Risk, Intervention, Safety and Education (RISE) Office, 806-742-2110, https://www.depts.ttu.edu/rise/ (Provides a range of resources and support options focused on prevention education and student wellness.) Texas Tech Police Department, 806-742- 3931,http://www.depts.ttu.edu/ttpd/ (To report criminal activity that occurs on or near Texas Tech campus.)

CIVILITY IN THE CLASSROOM STATEMENT: Texas Tech University is a community of faculty, students, and staff that enjoys an expectation of cooperation, professionalism, and civility during the conduct of all forms of university business, including the conduct of student–student and student–faculty interactions in and out of the classroom. Further, the classroom is a setting in which an exchange of ideas and creative thinking should be encouraged and where intellectual growth and development are fostered. Students who disrupt this classroom mission by rude, sarcastic, threatening, abusive or obscene language and/or behavior will be subject to appropriate sanctions according to university policy. Likewise, faculty members are expected to maintain the highest standards of professionalism in all interactions with all constituents of the university. To ensure that you are fully engaged in class discussions and account team meetings during class time, you are expected to do the following:

  • Maintain the same level of civility and professionalism that would be expected in a face-to-face classroom setting.
  • Attend all classes regularly.
  • Log into the video conference on time and remain logged in for the duration of the class period.
  • Activate your camera so that you are visible to the instructor and other students in the class. If you have concerns about leaving your camera on (such as childcare obligations, privacy issues, or a particular circumstance during a class period), please talk to the instructor.
  • Refrain from engaging in non-class related activities during class time that create a distraction for other students in the class and/or limit your ability to engage in the course. Failure to meet these expectations may result in the following consequences:
  1. Being counted as absent for the class meeting.
  2. Not receiving credit for class participation for that class period.
  3. Other consequences as stipulated in the syllabus, Texas Tech Code of Student Conduct, or other university policy. Repeated failure to meet expectations (e.g., attendance, participation in class, etc.), in addition to the above consequences, may result in the one or more of the following consequences:
  4. Referral to the appropriate Associate Dean.
  5. Academic penalty, ranging from a warning to failure of the course. (www.depts.ttu.edu/ethics/matadorchallenge/ethicalprinciples.php).
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