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Knowledge of the basic structure and methods of 1D-hydrodynamic numerical models; applicability of the HEC-RAS software; capability to estimate bed-load transport in mountain rivers.

Practical introduction to the HEC-RAS software; steady state and hydrodynamic modelling; application of empirical bed-load transport approaches; elaboration of an exercise programme in groups with support from the instructor(s).

Compulsory attendance
Elaboration of an exercise programme

Wilcock P,  Pitlick J, Cui Y (2009) Sediment transport primer: estimating bed-material transport in gravel-bed rivers. Gen. Tech. Rep. RMRS-GTR-226. Fort Collins, CO: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Forest Service, Rocky Mountain Research Station. 78 p. (http://www.treesearch.fs.fed.us/pubs/32966)

Additional scientific papers will be distributed during the lectures.

Gemeinsame Vorbesprechung für alle Studierenden im Master Environmental Management of Mountain Areas (EMMA) am 5.10.2020, 08:30 - 09:00, online:   teilnehmen