Flood Fighters: Building Resilient Water Management Systems | Industry Specialized Training

Course Title and Description:

Learn about constructing infrastructure to mitigate floods and protect communities. This course covers design and implementation strategies for flood resilience in urban and rural areas.

Learning Objectives:

1. Understand flood risk assessment and hydrology principles.
2. Design infrastructure to manage and mitigate flood risks.
3. Apply sustainable practices to flood management systems.
4. Develop community-focused flood resilience plans.

Course Syllabus Overview (10 Units):

1. Introduction to Flood Management Infrastructure
2. Understanding Hydrology and Flood Risk Assessment
3. Design Principles for Retention Basins and Flood Barriers
4. Stormwater Drainage Systems: Design and Implementation
5. Nature-Based Solutions for Flood Mitigation
6. Regulatory Frameworks for Flood Management Projects
7. Technology Integration in Flood Infrastructure Monitoring
8. Environmental Impact Assessments for Flood Projects
9. Case Studies: Resilient Flood Management Systems Worldwide
10. Capstone Project – Designing a Flood-Resilient Community