Resilient Rivers: Infrastructure for Waterways | Industry Specialized Training

Course Title and Description:

Master techniques for restoring riverbanks and ecosystems. This course explores river infrastructure design to improve waterway resilience and ecological balance.

Learning Objectives:

1. Design infrastructure for riverbank stabilization.
2. Address water quality and ecological concerns in river restoration.
3. Apply nature-based solutions for resilient waterways.
4. Evaluate the environmental and community benefits of river projects.

Course Syllabus Overview (10 Units):

1. Introduction to River Restoration and Waterway Infrastructure
2. Principles of River Hydraulics and Flow Management
3. Techniques for Riverbank Stabilization
4. Sustainable Practices in River Ecosystem Restoration
5. Water Quality Improvement Strategies
6. Floodplain Management and Its Role in River Restoration
7. Policy and Compliance for River Infrastructure Projects
8. Community Engagement in River Restoration Efforts
9. Case Studies: Successful River Infrastructure Projects
10. Capstone Project – Designing a Resilient River Infrastructure Plan