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Hydrological Modeling of an Industrial Project in HEC-HMS
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Hydrological Modeling of an Industrial Project in HEC-HMS

HEC-HMS & HEC-RAS
Created byMohammad Mohsin
Last updated 4/2025
English

What you'll learn

  • Develop and simulate a complete hydrological model of an industrial catchment using HEC-HMS.
  • Apply the SCS Curve Number and SCS Unit Hydrograph methods to model rainfall-runoff processes.
  • Interpret and analyze hydrographs, peak flow results, and simulation outputs for design decision-making.
  • Integrate land use, soil, and rainfall data to build accurate hydrological models for engineering projects.

Course content

2 sections13 lectures1h 12m total length
  • Introduction1:16
  • Part-1:Preparation of Depth Duration Frequency Curve (DDF) Using Gumbel Method5:31
  • Part-2: How to Create DEM or Terrain File in ArcMAP9:15

    Create a dem in arcmap by clipping srtm data to the district boundary using esri data and bhuvan sources, then export and resize the terrain file.

  • How to Calculate Curve Number in QGIS6:01

    Learn to calculate curve numbers in QGIS using the CN generator plugin, set up project sites, run the curve number workflow, and obtain effective curve numbers by basin.

  • Convert Project Site DWG into Shapefile in Autodesk Civil 3D2:01
  • Delineation of Catchment7:25
  • Preparation of Hydrological Model using HEC HMS_112:45
  • Preparation of Hydrological Model using HEC HMS-25:05
  • Export Subbasin, Reach and Junctions from HEC-HMS1:55
  • Export Design Basin for Project Site in QGIS2:56
  • Flood Inundation Mapping in HEC RAS Part 113:27
  • Flood Inundation Mapping in HEC RAS Part -24:51

Requirements

  • Basic understanding of hydrology or water resources engineering is helpful but not mandatory. Familiarity with civil engineering or environmental engineering concepts is a plus. A computer or laptop with HEC-HMS (any recent version) installed. Curiosity and willingness to learn practical hydrological modeling.

Description

Are you looking to gain hands-on experience in hydrological modeling for real-world engineering projects? This course is designed to take you through the complete process of hydrological modeling of an industrial catchment using HEC-HMS (Hydrologic Engineering Center – Hydrologic Modeling System), one of the most widely used tools in water resources engineering.

In this practical, project-based course, you'll learn how to develop and simulate a rainfall-runoff model for an industrial site—from data collection to result interpretation. Whether you're a student, water resources professional, or civil/environmental engineer, this course will equip you with the skills needed to confidently model surface hydrology using HEC-HMS.

What You'll Learn:

  • Fundamentals of hydrological modeling in the context of industrial projects

  • Setting up a project in HEC-HMS with subbasins, reaches, junctions, and meteorological data

  • Applying the SCS Curve Number method and SCS Unit Hydrograph for runoff modeling

  • Incorporating real rainfall and land use data into your model

  • Running simulations to generate hydrographs and analyze peak flows

  • Interpreting output results for decision-making and design support

  • Exporting results and preparing project reports

Who This Course is For:

  • Civil and Environmental Engineers

  • Water Resource Professionals

  • Engineering Students and Researchers

  • Consultants working on site drainage and stormwater management

  • Anyone looking to develop expertise in HEC-HMS modeling

Requirements:

  • Basic understanding of hydrology and watershed processes

  • Familiarity with GIS and HEC-HMS (recommended but not mandatory)

  • A computer with HEC-HMS installed (free software)

Course Highlights:

  • Real industrial site case study

  • Step-by-step demonstrations

  • Practical insights from professional experience

  • Downloadable resources and model files

  • Lifetime access and certification

Join now and take your hydrological modeling skills to the next level by working on a real industrial project using HEC-HMS!

Who this course is for:

  • Civil, environmental, or water resources engineering students and professionals interested in hydrological modeling. Anyone working on industrial or urban drainage projects who wants to learn HEC-HMS. Researchers and consultants aiming to simulate rainfall-runoff processes for design and planning. Beginners looking for a practical and real-world example of how to model catchments using HEC-HMS.