Watershed Management

Course ID:  B5203J6H

Credits: 3

Objective: 

1. The main purpose of watershed management is to ensure the quality and quantity of water. Early theories mainly focused on experimental forest watersheds and forest hydrology. However, with changing times and societal needs, maintaining the sustainable use of natural resources has become a necessary strategy for national sustainable development. The problems and factors involved in watershed management are becoming increasingly complex. 

2. This course primarily integrates concepts to help students understand the basic concepts of watershed management, the characteristics of watersheds, the problems and management methods of watersheds, and subsequently, the planning, implementation, evaluation, and management of watershed management plans. 

3. The goal is to establish correct concepts among students, train them to solve problems and enhance their communication skills.

Course Prerequisites: None

Outline:

1. Basic Concepts of Watershed Management 

2. Factors Related to Watersheds (Hydrological, Geological, Land Use, Social, Economic...) 

3. Problems and Objectives of Watershed Management 

4. Public Participation in Watershed Management 

5. Methods of Watershed Management 

6. Planning, Implementation, and Evaluation of Watershed Management Plans 

7. New Concepts in Watershed Management (Ecological, Sustainable) 

8. Administrative and Legal Aspects of Watershed Management 

9. Introduction to Tools for Watershed Management (GIS, BASINS...)

Teaching Method: 

1. Lecture-based instruction 

2. Multimedia-enhanced with discussion-based assignments 

3. Group presentations

Reference:  

1. Isobel W. Heathcote ，2009，Integrated Watershed Management： Principles and Practice，New York，John Wiley & Sons(指定)。 

2. Kenneth N. Brooks （ed.），1997，Hydrology and the Management of Watersheds，Iowa State University Press 。