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Readings¶

Ojha, Chandra & Berndtsson, R. & Bhunya, P.K.. (2008). Engineering Hydrology. Chapter 1 (Local Copy from https://www.researchgate.net/publication/264895381_Engineering_hydrology)
Chow, V.T., Maidment, D.R., Mays, L.W., 1988, Applied Hydrology: New York, McGraw-Hill. pp. 1-12
Brutsaert, W. 2005. Hydrology : An Introduction (8th printing), Cambridge University Press. NewYork.
Dooge, J.C.I. 1973. Linear Theory of Hydrologic Systems. ARS Technical Bulletin No. 1468.US Department of Agriculture, Washington, D.C. pp. 1-40
Richard H. McCuen, Peggy A. Johnson, Robert M. Ragan, 2002. Highway Hydrology; Hydraulic Design Series Number 2, Second Edition. Federal Highway Administration, National Highway Institute, 4600 North Fairfax Drive, Suite 800, Arlington, Virginia 22203. pp. 1-1 to 1-9
Definitions from various sources
Wisler, C.O, and Brater, E.F. 1949. “Hydrology” John Wiley and Sons, New York pp. 1-14
McCuen XXXX. Hydrologic Analysis and Design … pp. 2-12
Heath, R.C., 1983. Basic ground-waterhydrology: U.S. Geological Survey Water-SupplyPaper 2220, pp. 1-5
Viessman,W., Knapp, J.W., Lewis, G. L., and Harbaugh, T.E. 1977. “Groundwater Hydrology – Chapter 8” in Introduction to Hydrology 2ed. IEP Publishers, New York, pp. 291-342
Wisler, C.O, and Brater, E.F. 1949. “Hydrology” John Wiley and Sons, New York pp. 198-272

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Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities for Practical Engineering Hydrology

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Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities for Practical Engineering Hydrology¶

ChatGPT 4.0 beta suggests the list below as the most important (highest probability in its database) topics in the currect practice of Hydrology and Hydraulics:

Hydrological Processes: Understanding of various hydrological processes such as precipitation, evaporation, infiltration, runoff, and groundwater flow.
Hydrological Models: Knowledge of hydrological modeling techniques including statistical methods, deterministic models, and numerical simulations.
Watershed Dynamics: Understanding of watershed characteristics, behavior, and dynamics.
Hydraulic Structures: Knowledge of design and function of hydraulic structures such as dams, weirs, culverts, channels, and stormwater management systems.
Hydrological Data Collection: Familiarity with methods for collecting and analyzing hydrological data, including gauge stations, streamflow measurements, and rainfall data.
GIS and Remote Sensing: Proficiency in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and remote sensing techniques for spatial analysis and mapping of hydrological features.
Regulatory Requirements: Understanding of relevant regulations and guidelines governing water resources management and environmental protection.
Climate Change Impacts: Awareness of how climate change can affect hydrological processes and water resource management strategies.
Software Proficiency: Familiarity with hydrological modeling software such as HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, SWMM, and MODFLOW.
Erosion and Sediment Transport: Knowledge of erosion processes and sediment transport mechanisms in rivers and streams.