Wastewater Hydraulic Modelling Awareness Training

Course overview

This course introduces the basic principles of wastewater hydraulic modelling to provide learners with a contextual understanding of how software is used to simulate reliable, effective and adaptable wastewater systems. 

Upon completion, delegates will be aware of software types, their basic functions; best practices for their use; and reasons for model use in a wastewater context. They will also begin to understand how models are constructed - including model build, checks, verification, integration, and application for required outcomes.

Who can benefit?

Delegates may include those whose day-to-day activities overlap with wastewater hydraulic modelling outputs, therefore require a better understanding of model construction and applications. For example, those working on wastewater planning, wastewater operations, storm overflow, water quality and capital or asset management projects. This course may also be suitable for those seeking an overview before they begin (or switch to) a career in hydraulic modelling.

Participants may also be drawn from any area of business or service where an increased knowledge of wastewater hydraulic modelling can use used to improve decision-making within their role. 

We welcome all interested parties - whether for an individual, team or business-wide L&D programme - please specify your preferred training delivery format in your enquiry (see details below).

Training outline

The course uses a mixture of engaging lecture-based training, interactive exercises and an end-of-course multiple-choice assessment to effectively demonstrate knowledge transfer.

• The live delivery option for this course also enables participants to benefit from experiencing our expert trainers talking through content, explaining their own experiences, and encouraging participants to share their own valuable experiences and reflections with each other.
• The self-paced e-learning delivery option for this course comprises of easily-digestible tutorials and practical modules via our online leaning platform. The course price includes the exclusive opportunity for a 1-hour 1-1 mentoring call; a unique opportunity for participants to reflect, ask questions, and benefit from an individual discussion with a subject matter expert from WRc.

Modules covered include:

• Introduction to Modelling Software: Covers software types and water industry applications; Basic software functionality; Specifications and codes of practice; and Modelling project definition.
• Model Build: An overview of data requirements needed to construct a model, incorporating 'above ground' and 'below ground' elements; and Real Time Control (RTC).
• Model Audits/Validation: Outlines the concepts of simple connectivity checking, model stability, and confidence for auditing and validation.
• Model Verification: Introduces the concepts of verification and how model performance is verified in both dry and wet conditions, and against historical information.
• Integrated Catchment Modelling: Outlines where and when integration might be required between drainage systems, data requirements, input hydrology, and the concept of 1D/2D modelling.
• Needs and Options: Introduces how to utilise models to define catchment risk or needs in current and future scenarios, and model options to resolve issues.