School of Engineering and Technology, (SET)
 
CE74.54 : Integrated Water Resources Management  3(2-3)
 
Course objectives:
The objective of this course is to provide students with knowledge and understanding of the multi-dimensional facets leading to effective water resources management; and to stress the interaction of various factors within the framework of the institutional and management system through case studies.
 
Learning Outcomes:
The students on completion of this course would be able to:
  • Analyze critically the role of natural and anthropogenic factors in water resources management;
  • Apply the principles, economics, and governance of supply-side and demand-side water management;
  • Critically evaluate the existing procedures for water resources management in different contexts, and suggest improvements;
  • Apply modelling tools for basin-wide management of water resources; and
  • Comprehend the role of stakeholder participation in water management, and identify the various means of stakeholder engagement.
 
Pre-requisite(s):

None
 
Course Outline:
I           Concepts, Principles and Tools
1.      Introduction to Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM)
2.      IWRM Principles
3.      Concept of Integration
4.      Tools of IWRM

II          Status of the Water Resources
1.      Surface Water and Groundwater Supplies
2.      Catchment Management
3.      Climate/Hydrological Changes
4.      Water Pollution and Health

III         Management of the Water Resources
1.      Water Demand Forecasting and Management
2.      Water Use Efficiency
3.      Water Conservation, Treatment and Reuse
4.      Risk Management
5.      Data and Information System
6.      Management Instruments

IV        Mathematical Models for IWRM
1.      River Basin Management and Modeling
2.      Analysis of the Behavior of the Physical System
3.      Development of Scenarios and Impact Assessment
4.      Resource Allocation and Management
V         Economics of Water Resources
1.      Principles of Water Economics and Finance
2.      The Value of Water and Water Dependent Ecosystems
3.      Pricing of Water Services and Cost Recovery
4.      Economic Instruments and Water Policy
5.      Economic Analysis of Water Projects

VI        Water Governance
1.    Introduction to Water Governance
2.    Water Institutions, Property Rights
3.    Water Organizations
4.    Water Policy, Legislations and Administration
5.    Case Studies: National IWRM Policies and Strategies

VII       Social Dimensions of Water Resources Management
1.     Participation and Empowerment: Concepts and Practices
2.     Elements of Conflict Management and Resolution
3.     Public Awareness and Education
 
 
Learning Resources:

Textbook:

No designated textbook, but class notes and handouts will be provided.

 
Reference Books:
1.    Martínez-Santos, P., Aldaya, M. and Llamas, R. (2014): Integrated Water Resources Management in the 21st Century: Revisiting the paradigm, CRC Press, The Netherlands.
2.    Lenton, R. and Muller, M. (Eds) (2009): Integrated Water Resources Management in Practice: Better Water Management for Development, Earthscan Publisher, UK.
3.    Molle, F., Foran, T., Kakonen, M. (eds.) (2009): Contested Waterscapes in the Mekong Region: Hydropower, Livelihoods and Governance, Earthscan Publisher, UK.
4.    Feldman, D.L. (2007): Water Policy for Sustainable Development, John Hopkins Publisher, USA..
5.    Perret, S.R., Farolfi, S., Hassan, R. (editors) (2006): Water Governance for Sustainable Development, Earthscan Publisher, UK.
6.    Griffin, R.C., 2006: Water Resource Economics: The Analysis of Scarcity, Policies and Projects, MIT Press Cambridge, USA.
7.    Biswas, A.K., Varis, O., Tortajada, C. (eds.) (2005): IWRM in South and South-East Asia, Oxford India Paperbacks, WRM Series, Oxford University Press, India.
8.    Brouwer, R., Pearce, D. (eds.) (2005) Cost-Benefit Analysis and Water Resources Management, Edward Elgar, USA.
 
Journals and Magazines:
1.    International Journal of Water Resources Development, Taylor and Francis
2.    Water Policy, International Water Association (IWA) Publishing
3.    Agricultural Water Management, Elsevier
4.    Journal of Water Resources Planning and Management, American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE)

Others:
1.    ADB (2013): Basin Water Allocation Planning: Principles, Procedures and Approaches for Basin Allocation Planning, Asian Development Bank (ADB).
2.    GWP (2012): Water Demand Management: The Mediterranean Experience, Global Water Partnership (GWP), Sweden.
3.    Global Water Partnership (2000): Integrated Water Resources Management, TAC Background Papers No. 4, Global Water Partnership Technical Advisory Committee, Sweden.
 
Time Distribution and Study Load:
Lectures                                                              40h
Tutorials and Case Studies                             10h
Self-study (incl. assignments/projects)        135h
 
Teaching and Learning Methods:
Teaching and learning methods include classroom lectures and discussions, individual assignment and group projects and presentation, computer modeling and case studies. Application of modeling tools for allocation and management of water resources in a basin is also introduced. Case studies are presented to the students to link IWRM concepts and principles with applications during the course.
 
Evaluation Scheme:
The final grade is computed according to the following weight distribution: Mid-semester Exam (40%), Final Exam (40%) and Assignments/Group Projects (20%). Both open and closed -book examination is given in both mid-semester and final exams.

An “A” will be awarded if a student is able to demonstrate multi-perspective, and multi-disciplinary, knowledge and understanding of the principles of IWRM, including the constraints and limitations of this approach. It is also expected that through assignments and group projects, students in this category will demonstrate, and present, a practical understanding of IWRM principles, and the contexts in which these are applied. A “B” will be awarded if a student is able to show adequate understanding over the theoretical subject matter. However, s/he is found wanting in contextualizing the implications of IWRM in practical real-time situations. A “C” will be given if a student is able to show satisfactory command over the subject matter. A “D” will be given if a student displays very limited knowledge, and application, of the subject matter, and does not appear motivated to learn new things.
 
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