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102-0468-00L 3 Credits MSC D-BAUG
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Watershed Modelling

Lecturers & Examiners: Prof. Dr. Peter Molnar
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Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:34:45

Abstract

Introduction to watershed modelling with applications of GIS in hydrology, the use of semi- and fully-distributed continuous watershed models, and their calibration and validation. The course contains substantive practical modelling experience in several assignments.

Objective

Watershed Modelling is a course in the Master of Science in Environmental Engineering Programme. It is a practical course in which the students learn to (a) use GIS in hydrological applications, (b) calibrate and validate models, (c) apply and interpret semi- and fully- distributed continuous watershed models, and (d) discuss several modelling case studies. This course is a follow up of Hydrology 2 and requires solid computer skills.

Content

- Introduction to watershed modelling - GIS in watershed modelling (ArcGIS exercise) - Calibration and validation of models - Semi-distributed modelling with PRMS (model description, application) - Distributed watershed modelling with TOPKAPI (model description, application) - Modelling applications and case studies (climate change scenarios, land use change, basin erosion)

Resources

Literature

- Lecture presentations - Exercise documentation - Relevant scientific papers all posted on the course website

Learning Materials (Links)

General Information

Language
English
Levels
MSC

Examination

Type
end-of-semester examination

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture with exercise Watershed Modelling
102-0468-00 Watershed Modelling (3CP) for the last time in HS20 and only for students in exceptional cases.
No time listed 2 h weekly

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