Course Overview
In this course, you will be presented with the basic concepts and techniques needed for watershed analysis and drainage facility design. You will develop basic observation and estimation skills through worksheets, mapwork and a small field project. Fundamental concepts include rainfall intensity, runoff, catchment area, streamflow, infiltration, mass balance, snowmelt, rainfall frequency, and the hydrologic cycle. The streamflow estimation procedures discussed are the rational method and the unit hydrograph.
Domestic fees
$952.78
International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Explain the fundamental concepts and physical quantities of the hydrologic cycle.
- Perform a map-based drainage basin analysis.
- Analyze rainfall, snowmelt, runoff, and stream flow data, and produce useful engineering data products.
- Apply the Rational Method to storm drainage design.
- Apply the Unit Hydrograph method to the prediction of design flows in streams and rivers.
Effective as of Winter 2015
Related Programs
Applied Hydrology (CIVL 1160) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
- Indicates programs eligible for students to apply for Post-graduation Work Permit (PGWP).
School of Construction and the Environment
- Civil Technology
Associate Certificate Part-time
- Civil Technology
Certificate Part-time
Course Offerings
Spring/Summer 2026
Below is one offering of CIVL 1160 for the Spring/Summer 2026 term.
CRN 68109
Dates
Apr 09 - Jul 09 Loading
- CRN 68109
- $952.78 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 09 - Jul 09 | Thu | 18:00 - 21:30 | Burnaby SW03 Rm. 3675 |
Duration
14 weeks
Instructor
Yao Hung Lan
Course outline
Important information
- Instructional sessions are delivered by industry subject matter expert instructors. This course will run for a total of 14 classes. For more info visit: commons.bcit.ca/civiltech/
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