CIV2263 · Monash University
Water systems
- Credit points
- 6
- Level
- 2
- Workload
- ≈ 12 h / week
- Faculty
- Engineering
What it covers
The unit focuses on fundamentals of hydraulics. Hydrostatics is first introduced with application to dam and gates. The basic equations of continuity, momentum and energy conservation are derived and applied to the design of pressurised pipelines. Flow in open channels is introduced with application to waterways, aqueducts and pipes flowing partly full; applications include design of spillways and culverts.
Assessment
| Task | Type | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Laboratory assignmenthurdle | Project | 20% |
| Weekly practice class assignments | Quiz / Test | 40% |
| Final assessment | Examination | 40% |
Hurdle tasks must be passed regardless of your overall mark.
When and where
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| First semester | Malaysia | On-campus |
| Clayton | On-campus |