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Hydraulic Systems
Wasserbauliche Systeme
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:10:34
Abstract
Natural und selected technical water circuits und their interaction with human activities
Objective
Understanding of selected systems and processes and the concerning interaction between human activities and environment.
Content
1. The human beeing and the water circuits on the planet earth 2. Cooling water supply 3. Irrigation 4. Drainage 5. Floods and flood prevention 6. River engineering 7. Water power plants 8. Monumental hydraulic structures and environmental problems 9. Fish passages 10.Inland water navigation and canals
Resources
Lecture Notes
Text book available.
Literature
Included in the textbook (script).
General Information
- Language
- German
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- graded semester performance
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| lecture with exercise | Wasserbauliche Systeme |
|
2 h weekly |