WATER NETWORK DESIGN
CIV4WND
2015
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
This subject discusses the principles of water network design. It introduces the basic planning elements of water network distribution systems such as designing demands, pressures, velocities and pipe materials. Topics covered in this subject include: principles of water network design; energy equation for pipe flow; static fluid; mass conservation; single and multiple pipe networks; water flow and losses in networks; network design; hydrostatic pressure issues, flow speed limits; dissipation of potential energy; designing for peak demands; water hammer and air pockets in the network. Studying these topics, student will develop an in depth understanding and practical knowledge needed for the planning, designing, constructing and maintaining of water network and distributions. Skills to apply the principles that underpin the design of water networks in practical situations and to determine the critical design data for the design of single pipe and multiple pipe networks will bedeveloped
School: School Engineering&Mathematical Sciences
Credit points: 15
Subject Co-ordinator: Hossam Abo El-Naga
Available to Study Abroad Students: No
Subject year level: Year Level 4 - UG/Hons/1st Yr PG
Exchange Students: No
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites: Must be enrolled in course code SBECT
Co-requisites: N/A
Incompatible subjects: N/A
Equivalent subjects: N/A
Special conditions: N/A
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Explain and apply the principles that underpin the design of water networks in practical situations.
- Activities:
- Lectures, tutorials and self study plus face to face and online group discussions.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
02. Analyse different types of flow and estimate energy losses in pipe flow.
- Activities:
- Lectures, tutorials and self study plus face to face and online group discussions.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving)
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
03. Determine the critical design data for water networks.
- Activities:
- Lectures, tutorials and self study plus face to face and online group discussions. Students in small groups are required to provide a design report for a water network required for a new development which involves the determination of the critical design data for water networks.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving)
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
04. Design single pipe and multiple pipe networks.
- Activities:
- Lectures, tutorials and self study plus face to face and online group discussions.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Quantitative Literacy)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving)
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
05. Write and communicate clearly, concisely and logically on issues relating to water network design.
- Activities:
- Face to face and online group discussions. Students in small groups to prepare a critical examination and report on a water network required for a new development.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Quantitative Literacy)
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Quantitative Literacy)
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
06. Function effectively as a member in a working team.
- Activities:
- Students in small groups are required to provide a design report for a water network required for a new development. The report should include a log of activities/tasks assigned to individual members.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Quantitative Literacy)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups)
Epping, 2015, Semester 1, Day
Overview
Online enrolment: Yes
Maximum enrolment size: N/A
Enrolment information:
Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Joe Petrolito
Class requirements
WorkShopWeek: 10 - 22
Two 2.0 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weekly Tutorial Class Activities and Topical Online Quiz | 15 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| Group Design, Report and Presentation (2000 words and 20 minutes) | 35 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05, 06 | |
| Assignment (1000 words) | 15 | 01, 02 | |
| Examination (2 hours) | 35 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05 |