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Introduction to Hydrology for Flood Modelling – FEH/ReFH

Overview

This one day course is aimed at those involved in undertaking, managing or reviewing Flood Estimation Handbook (FEH) analyses. No prior knowledge of the FEH is assumed and the course is presented from a practical point of view by expert Halcrow hydrologists.

This course is delivered through a series of presentations, hands-on practicals and open discussion. The course is designed to familiarise attendees with the FEH software and methods. Practical skills will be gained and by the end of the course attendees will be able to produce flood flow estimates using the statistical and rainfall-runoff (ReFH) methods. The course is continually updated to ensure recent changes to methodology and guidance are included.

Course practicals are centred around a hypothetical flood study so that by the end of the course candidates will have a good understanding of how different methods are applied, how to select an appropriate approach, how to reconcile results and how to approach non-standard catchments.

We can tailor the training to meet your specific requirements, contact us for details.

Flood Engineering Handbook Training - Introduction

Typical Course Outline

Session A – Introduction to the FEH

Overview of FEH methods
Choosing a technique
Data sources (HiFlows, CEH NRFA, etc)

Session B – Statistical approach

Overview of Statistical Approach
QMED Calculation
FEH CDROM
Growth curve calculation
Single Site Analysis
Pooled Analysis
WIN-FAP software

Session C – Urbanisation and Discussion

Overview of urbanisation
Urban adjustment to QMED
Urban adjustments to growth curves
Discussion of Statistical results

Session D – Revitalised FEH rainfall-runoff method

Overview of Rainfall Runoff (FSR, FEH, ReFH)
Overview of the ReFH model
Creating ReFH boundaries (ISIS)
Discussion of ReFH calibration (inc CEH ReFH software)

Session E – Reconciliation of flood estimates and catchment specific guidance

Reconciliation of methods
Discrepancies
Specific catchment guidance (small catchment, reservoirs, urban, etc)
Record keeping
Quality Assurance

Cost

The total cost of this one-day course is £250+VAT per person.

Further details

This course starts at 9:30am and ends at 5pm. Lunches, morning and afternoon refreshments are provided, in addition to the presentations, comprehensive course notes, exercises and additional support material.

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Interested in learning more

Contact Vijay Jain or Alastair Sheppard on +44 (0)845 094 7990 or for training information.

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