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102-0250-00L 6 Credits MSC D-BAUG
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Urban Drainage Planning and Modelling

Lecturers & Examiners: Prof. Dr. Max Maurer, Dr. Ute Karaus, Prof. Dr. João Paulo Leitão Correia, Matthias Stähle
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Last Updated: 2026-06-01 11:31:32

Abstract

In this course, students learn modern urban drainage engineering approaches, critical thinking, decision making in a complex environment as well as dealing with insufficient data and ill-defined problems.

Objective

By the end of the course, you should be able to do the following: -Apply different methods and methodologies to assess the impact of urban drainage on water pollution and flooding potential. -Distinguish between hydrological and hydrodynamic models and their correct application. -Identify the difference between emission and immission oriented approaches for identifying drainage measures. -Identify relevant measures, quantify their effects and assess their relative ranking/priority. -Consider uncertainties and handle incomplete data and information. -Make decisions and recommendations in a complex application case. -Teamwork. State principles of effective team performance and the functions of different team roles; work effectively in problem-solving teams. -Communication. Communicate and document your findings in concise group presentations and a written report.

Content

In urban drainage, the complexity of the decision-making, the available methodologies and the data availability have increased significantly. In current environmental engineering practice, the focus has shifted from tables and nomograms to sophisticated simulation tools. The topics cover: -Integrated urban water management -Hydrological and hydrodynamic modelling -Water quality based assessment -Freshwater ecology -Hydraulic capacity assessment -Sewer network operation -Decision analysis

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General Information

Language
English
Levels
MSC
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
graded semester performance
Grades will be assigned based on the group work during the semester. Intermediate results, written report, and the collaboration during the project will be evaluated and account for the final grade.

Registration & Places

Max Places
36
Priority: Registration for the course unit is only possible for the primary target group

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture with exercise Urban Drainage Planning and Modelling
Remark: Introduction on 16.09.2025 12:45-13:30 in HIF E 11.
  • Mon 13:45-17:30 (HCP E 47.1)
  • Mon 13:45-17:30 (HCP E 47.4)
  • 16.09 Date 12:45-13:30 (HIF E 11)
4 h weekly

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