Introduction to Water and Climate
Explore the physics of water systems, climate impacts, and engineering solutions in this DelftX course, covering global cycles to urban management.
Explore the physics of water systems, climate impacts, and engineering solutions in this DelftX course, covering global cycles to urban management.
This course provides a thorough introduction to water systems physics and their role in climate. Students learn about the global water cycle, from ocean evaporation to precipitation and river systems. The course covers climate change mechanisms, water management challenges, and engineering interventions for coastal safety and water supply. Through knowledge clips, movies, exercises, and interactive sessions, students explore topics ranging from microscale raindrops to macroscale ocean systems, emphasizing practical solutions for current and future water-related challenges.
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What you'll learn
Understand global water cycle processes and their impact on climate patterns
Analyze water and sand flows in riverine, coastal, and ocean systems
Identify climate change mechanisms and their effects on water resources
Evaluate engineering interventions for water management in various environments
Assess water management challenges for urban areas and agriculture
Develop solutions for adapting to climate change impacts on water systems
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Module Description
The course explores the intricate relationship between water and climate, covering physical processes of water systems and their climate impact. Key topics include global water cycles, riverine and coastal systems, climate change mechanisms, and engineering interventions. Students learn about water management challenges for cities and agriculture, while examining practical solutions through case studies and interactive learning materials. The course emphasizes both theoretical understanding and practical applications in water resource management.
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Pioneer in Coastal Engineering and Climate Adaptation
Marcel J.F. Stive, born in Amsterdam in 1951, is an emeritus professor of Coastal Engineering at TU Delft's Faculty of Civil Engineering and Geosciences. His academic journey began at TU Delft, where he earned his civil engineering degree in 1977 and doctorate in 1988 under Professor Jurjen Battjes. His career spans positions at WL-Delft Hydraulics (1977-1992), Polytechnic University of Catalonia (1992-1994), and TU Delft, where he served as Professor of Coastal Engineering from 2001 and Scientific Director of the Water Research Centre Delft from 2003 until his retirement in 2017. He is renowned for inventing the Sand Engine, an innovative 128-hectare artificial peninsula for coastal protection. His contributions earned him multiple honors, including knighthood in the Order of the Netherlands Lion (2013), the ASCE International Coastal Engineering Award (2015), and an honorary degree from Lund University. As a consultant to the IPCC and advisor to multiple governments, he continues to influence global coastal engineering and climate adaptation strategies
Associate Professor in Oceans and Climate at Delft University of Technology
Caroline Katsman is an Associate Professor in Physical Oceanography whose research focuses on large-scale ocean circulation and climate. She has advised the Dutch government on coastal defence and received a prestigious grant for her work on ocean eddies and climate change.
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