Course detail

Physical modelling in water management

FAST-DRB026Acad. year: 2023/2024

The course present theory, methods and tools of physical modelling research in connection to needs of mathematical model of hydrodynamic phenomenons. Examples of selected complicated flow structures at particular sites. Types of hydrodynamic models on different testing cycles, overview of applied measuring and evaluation techniques.

Language of instruction

Czech

Number of ECTS credits

8

Mode of study

Not applicable.

Guarantor

doc. Ing. Zbyněk Zachoval, Ph.D.

Department

Institute of Water Structures (VST)

Entry knowledge

Mathematics, physics, special courses of water management specialization.

Rules for evaluation and completion of the course

Extent and forms are specified by guarantor’s regulation updated for every academic year.

Aims

Students gain knowledge of theory of hydrodynamic phenomenons modelling including possible reduction of similitude scale. Overview of application of modern measuring techniques including contactless methods (laser, ultrasonic) for identification of flow structure. The measuring technology will be introduced to students in laboartory.

Study aids

Not applicable.

Prerequisites and corequisites

Not applicable.

Basic literature

Not applicable.

Recommended reading

Not applicable.

Classification of course in study plans

  • Programme DPC-V Doctoral 2 year of study, winter semester, compulsory-optional
  • Programme DPA-V Doctoral 2 year of study, winter semester, compulsory-optional
  • Programme DPC-V Doctoral 2 year of study, winter semester, compulsory-optional
  • Programme DKA-V Doctoral 2 year of study, winter semester, compulsory-optional

Type of course unit

 

Lecture

39 hod., optionally

Teacher / Lecturer

doc. Ing. Zbyněk Zachoval, Ph.D.

Syllabus

1. Theory of similitude of hydrodynamic phenomenon. 2. Hydraulic research methods, types of cycles. 3.–4. Measuring and evaluation devices. 5.–6. Modelling research of pressure systems. 7.–8. Modelling research of river courses. 8.–10. Modelling research of operational structures of dams. 11.–12. Research on unsteady processes, rotating and moving environment. 13. Measuring in sites.