Hydrologic Forecasting Praxis Lab

Course Description

Floods, droughts, and other water related events regularly dominate today's headlines. Increases in frequency and magnitude of extreme hydrologic events combined with changes in land use, land cover, climate, policies, and societal behaviors are increasing the complexity and difficulty of hydrologic forecasting. Opportunities for the use of new observation platforms, data-driven techniques, modeling frameworks, prediction systems, and decision support are revolutionizing the state of the practice in hydrologic forecasting. The goal of the Hydrologic Forecasting Praxis Lab is to engage students in table-top experiential learning exercises to develop their knowledge, skills, and competencies to enter and advance the practice of hydrologic forecasting. Students will learn through preliminary training and the table-top forecasting exercises how to analyze hydrometeorological observations, use water prediction models and tools, apply new techniques such as artificial intelligence, and communicate forecast information to diverse stakeholders and decision makers.

Code

CE 571

Credits

3

Subject

CE

Programs That Include This Course

• Graduate Certificate Graduate Certificate in Operational Hydrology