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Module: Hydrometry

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 Hydrometry In-progress

 

AUTHOR               Cedric Laize

LAST UPDATED     In progress - Fall 2009

ABSTRACT

This module introduces the principles underlying river flow measurements and the main issues related to the interpretation of flow data.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

     Part 1: Hydrometry principles

  1. To understand application of the equations Q = vA and Q = f(h).
  2. To be introduced to the main techniques available for velocity measurements and the different types of gauging stations.

     Part 2: Understanding the data

  1. To be able to explain uncertainty at the extremes.
  2. To understand common data quality issues.

     Part 3: Hydrometric networks

  1. To know the organization and measurements associated with the UK Hydrometric Network.
  2. To understand uses of both flow measurements in the field and flow records.