Course Outline

Module 1: Introduction to Hydraulic Modeling with WaterCAD

• Overview of hydraulic modeling concepts
• Introduction to WaterCAD interface and features
• Setting up a new WaterCAD project
• Importing and managing CAD and GIS data
• Understanding and defining model components

Module 2: Building a Hydraulic Model

• Creating and editing network elements (pipes, nodes, pumps, tanks)
• Assigning properties to network elements
• Establishing demand patterns and boundary conditions
• Ensuring model connectivity and data integrity
• Using templates for efficient model setup

Module 3: Running Hydraulic Simulations

• Performing steady-state and extended period simulations
• Analyzing pressure and flow results
• Identifying and troubleshooting common issues in simulations
• Interpreting simulation output data
• Conducting sensitivity analysis

Module 4: Advanced Modeling Techniques

• Implementing demand-driven and pressure-driven modeling
• Modeling complex networks with loops and branches
• Applying boundary conditions and constraints
• Simulating transient events and analyzing impacts
• Modeling fire flow and emergency scenarios

Module 5: Scenario Management

• Creating and managing multiple scenarios within a project
• Comparing results across different scenarios
• Optimizing network designs and operations
• Evaluating system resilience and reliability
• Documenting and presenting scenario analysis

Module 6: Model Calibration and Validation

• Principles of model calibration and validation
• Collecting and using field data for calibration
• Using optimization tools for model calibration
• Validating model accuracy and reliability
• Documenting calibration procedures and results

Module 7: Network Optimization

• Identifying performance bottlenecks and inefficiencies
• Implementing optimization strategies for network performance
• Improving energy efficiency and reducing operational costs
• Reducing water loss and leakage
• Using GIS for spatial analysis and optimization

Module 8: Water Quality Modeling

• Introduction to water quality parameters and modeling
• Simulating water age and constituent concentration
• Assessing the impact of water quality on network performance
• Modeling and mitigating water quality issues
• Integrating water quality analysis with hydraulic modeling

Module 9: GIS Integration and Data Management

• Integrating GIS data with WaterCAD
• Using GIS tools for spatial analysis and visualization
• Managing and updating GIS data layers
• Performing spatial queries and analyses
• Ensuring data consistency and accuracy

Module 10: Case Studies and Practical Applications

• Analyzing real-world case studies using WaterCAD
• Solving complex hydraulic modeling problems
• Presenting findings and recommendations
• Discussing best practices and lessons learned
• Final project and course assessment