Basic Hydrology

Learn to model small watersheds for effective conservation and stormwater management with this comprehensive course! Designed for soil and water district technicians and junior engineers, this training equips you with practical skills in hydrological modeling.

You'll gain hands-on experience with three widely used hydrological models:

• EFH2: Master rural hydrology modeling techniques.
• TR-20/TR-55: Understand and apply these established methods for watershed analysis.
• Rational Method: Learn a fundamental approach to calculating peak flows.

This course blends powerful GIS techniques with traditional, by-hand analysis. You'll receive parallel workflow instruction for both ArcGIS (with Spatial Analyst extension) and QGIS, ensuring you can choose the platform that best suits your needs.

We'll explore the use of specialized software:

• EFH2 software for detailed rural hydrological assessments.
• HydroCAD (Free Sampler edition) for efficient urban stormwater design.

The course culminates in two practical design examples, allowing you to apply your newly acquired skills to real-world scenarios and confidently implement effective stormwater solutions. Improve your ability to manage water resources and protect watersheds.