C&ENVENG 7037 - Water Distribution Systems & Design

North Terrace Campus - Semester 1 - 2015

Water distribution systems analysis. Steady state analysis of pipe networks. Alternative formulations of equations for pipe networks - the Q-equations, the H-equations, the LF-equations, the Q+H equations, the Global Gradient Algorithm formulation, and Numerical solutions based on Newton Raphson solution technique. Computer solution techniques in Excel and FORTRAN. The Global Gradient Algorithm of Todini and Pilati for solving the pipe network equations in EPANET. Optimisation of pipe networks/design. Pumping operations optimisation. Consideration of sustainability criteria (economic, environmental, technical, social, temporal) using multi-objective genetic algorithms. Water hammer analysis. Pump transients. Air vessel sizing. Water hammer control methods. Flywheels and one-way surge tanks for water hammer protection. Non-invasive pipe condition assessment using transients. Leak detection, valve sealing status assessment, blockage detection and pipe wall deterioration detection using transient analysis. Inverse transient analysis for pipe condition assessment. Description of traditional methods of optimization. Includes Masters level project.

  • General Course Information
    Course Details
    Course Code C&ENVENG 7037
    Course Water Distribution Systems & Design
    Coordinating Unit School of Civil, Environmental & Mining Eng
    Term Semester 1
    Level Postgraduate Coursework
    Location/s North Terrace Campus
    Units 3
    Contact Up to 4 hours per week
    Available for Study Abroad and Exchange N
    Course Description Water distribution systems analysis. Steady state analysis of pipe networks. Alternative formulations of equations for pipe networks - the Q-equations, the H-equations, the LF-equations, the Q+H equations, the Global Gradient Algorithm formulation, and Numerical solutions based on Newton Raphson solution technique. Computer solution techniques in Excel and FORTRAN. The Global Gradient Algorithm of Todini and Pilati for solving the pipe network equations in EPANET. Optimisation of pipe networks/design. Pumping operations optimisation. Consideration of sustainability criteria (economic, environmental, technical, social, temporal) using multi-objective genetic algorithms. Water hammer analysis. Pump transients. Air vessel sizing. Water hammer control methods. Flywheels and one-way surge tanks for water hammer protection. Non-invasive pipe condition assessment using transients. Leak detection, valve sealing status assessment, blockage detection and pipe wall deterioration detection using transient analysis. Inverse transient analysis for pipe condition assessment. Description of traditional methods of optimization.
    Includes Masters level project.
    Course Staff

    Course Coordinator: Emeritus Professor Angus Simpson


    Course Coordinator: Professor Angus Simpson

    The coordinator for this course is:

    Professor Angus Simpson
    Phone: +61 (0) 8 8313 5874
    Room: N142b, Engineering North Building
    Email: angus.simpson@adelaide.edu.au
    Website: http://www.adelaide.edu.au/directory/angus.simpson

    Tutors

    Tutors will be available for assistance during the tutorials, computer
    practical sessions and the design project.

    Office Hours 2015 (starting in Week 2) - Room N142b Engineering North

    Tuesday 10-11am Office Hour (starts 10 March 2015 and last session is 12 May 2015)

    Thursday 11am-12noon Office Hour (starts 12 March 2012 and last session is 7 May 2015)

    Except mid-semester break 2015.


    Course Timetable

    The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from Course Planner.

    Please note that the course timetable is subject to change, because of  public holidays. The final timetable will be confirmed before the beginning of the semester.
  • Learning Outcomes
    Course Learning Outcomes
    On successful completion of this course in Water Distribution Systems and Design students will be able to:

    A. Technical knowledge and application of knowledge skills 
      
    1. To develop competence in the engineering fundamentals of (a) the formulation of the underlying governing equations for behaviour of flows and pressures in piped water distribution systems; (b) optimisation of water distribution systems design and operations (c) multi-objective optimisation of water distribution system design for both life cycle cost and life cycle greenhouse gas minimisation and (d) water hammer control in piped systems using air vessels and other water hammer control devices. 
      
    2. To develop competence in the analysis, design and optimisation of water distribution systems. 
     
    3. To develop competence in using computers and information technology effectively in (a) simulating and optimisation of water distribution systems and (b) preparing reports to present results of designs. 
     
    4. To develop the ability to apply an integrative or systems approach to solving water distribution system design problems. 
     
    5. To develop the ability to prepare and interpret engineering sketches and drawings of water distribution systems. 
     
    6. To become aware of uncertainty (e.g. in the estimation of peak day water demands and pipe roughnesses) and recognising limitations of engineering approaches and systems. 
     
    7. To become aware of the need for sustainable systems and principles of sustainable design by taking into account greenhouse gas emission as a result of construction and pumping operations of water distribution systems. 
     
    8. To be aware of methods for determination of the carbon footprint or pipe systems including pumping operations. 
     
    9.To become aware of the assessment and the management of risk in design of water distribution systems. 
     
    B. Thinking skills 
     
    10. To develop competence in critical and independent thinking for problem identification, formulation and solution for water system design and operations. 
     
    11. To develop competence in critical and independent thinking in assessing water distribution system designs and analysis methods. 
     
    12. To develop competence in creative and innovative thinking in proposing alternative water distribution system designs. 
     
    13. To develop the ability to effectively synthesize information and ideas in relation to issues relating to water distribution system design – assumptions, design criteria, reliability. 
     
    14. To develop the ability to conduct investigations into water distribution system planning and design problems. 
     
    C. Personal skills and attitudes 
     
    15. To develop the ability to act in a professional manner while working in groups on water distribution analysis and design. 
     
    16. To develop the ability to communicate effectively with others in small groups working on assignments and projects – written, oral and listening skills. 
     
    17. To develop the ability to work effectively as a member of a team working on assignments and projects. 
     
    18. To develop the ability to manage effectively the allocation of time in performing tasks by meeting the deadlines for submission of assignments and projects. 
     
    19. To develop life long learning skills. 

    20. To become aware of your ethical responsibilities as an engineer.
    University Graduate Attributes

    This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:

    University Graduate Attribute Course Learning Outcome(s)
    Knowledge and understanding of the content and techniques of a chosen discipline at advanced levels that are internationally recognised. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
    The ability to locate, analyse, evaluate and synthesise information from a wide variety of sources in a planned and timely manner. 10, 11, 12, 13
    An ability to apply effective, creative and innovative solutions, both independently and cooperatively, to current and future problems. 11
    Skills of a high order in interpersonal understanding, teamwork and communication. 12, 14, 15, 16
    A proficiency in the appropriate use of contemporary technologies. 3, 5
    A commitment to continuous learning and the capacity to maintain intellectual curiosity throughout life. 17, 18
    A commitment to the highest standards of professional endeavour and the ability to take a leadership role in the community. 19
    An awareness of ethical, social and cultural issues within a global context and their importance in the exercise of professional skills and responsibilities. 7, 20
  • Learning Resources
    Required Resources
    Lecture notes: These notes are from a book prepared by Professor Simpson on "Water Distribution Systems Engineering".

    The lecture notes are available for purchase from the Unified Online Shop https://shop.adelaide.edu.au/konakart/Welcome.action.

    These notes will be able to be taken into the exam.

    Course Profile: The Course Profile is a required resource. It can be downloaded from the course MyUni site.
    Recommended Resources
    Chaudhry: Applied Hydraulic, Elger and Roberson: Engineering Fluid Mechanics. 9th Edition

    Rouse and Ince: History of Hydraulics

    Streeter and Wylie: Fluid Mechanics. SI Version

    Wylie and Streeter: Fluid transients
    Online Learning
    Online resources (MyUni):Material such as lecture slides, assignments, the design projects, reference material and papers will be provided on MyUni.

    Students are expected to regularly check on MyUni for course announcements and utilise the Discussion Board for additional contact.

    Other Resources: If required, other relevant resources will be made available in the “Resources” or “Project” sections of the course MyUni site.
  • Learning & Teaching Activities
    Learning & Teaching Modes
    Learning & Teaching Modes

    This course uses a number of different teaching and learning approaches (in a set of integrated learning activities) including:
    · Lectures (usually two or three 1 hour lectures weekly)
    · Tutorials (one 1 hr tutorial, weekly)
    · Design sessions - computer suites (aproximately 8 hours design/computer suite sessions during the semester)
    · Lecture Participation
    · Examinations

    This course is aimed to  provide you with the opportunity to achieve the course learning objectives in a supportive and motivating context.

    The centrepiece of the course are the two Design Projects on water distribution systems. You will learn the fundamental principles/ underlying theory required to complete these designs.
    Workload

    The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.

    Workload

    The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.  Please note that University guidelines suggest that the average student should spend 48 hours per week to achieve a Credit.  Consequently, the total workload for this course is 12 hours per week (144 hours in total over 12 weeks) for an average student to achieve a Credit. 

    Breakdown of Hours Activity  
                                                                                    
    Contact hours/Private study hours/Total hours  (listed below each item)
                                           
    Lectures                                                                                 
    25/0/25

    Tutorials/Problem Sets/Designs                                                
    15/20/35 hours

    Review of previous lecture for Lecture Participation                     
    0/8/8 hours

    Design (Part 1) (per person hours)                                           
    0/24/24 hours

    Design (Part 2) ) (per person hours)                                         
    0/24/24 hours

    Exam Preparation                                                                    
    0/25/25 hours

    Exam                                                                                      
    3/0/3 hours

    Total                                                                                       
    43.0/101.0/144 hours
    Learning Activities Summary
    Learning Activities Summary

    A summary of the learning activities for this course are given below (L = face-to-face lectures; T = tutorials and design sessions)

    A final week by week schedule will be issued closer to the beginning of the semester.

    L       T       Topic

    L1     -        Introduction/Review

    L2     -        Solving the Water Distribution System Equations - Graph theory +  Q formulation +  H formulation-       

    T1     -        Assign. No. W1: Tutorial: Data needs

    L3     -        Solving the Water Distribution System Equations -  LF formulation + Newton solution of Q-equations

    L4     -        Numerical solution of the water distribution system equations for Q-equations + Two Pipe Problemfor Q-equations       

    T2     -        Assign. No. W2: Tutorial: Equation Formulation

    L5     -        Solving the water distribution system equations - H and LF formulations

    L6     -        Solving the water distribution system - The Global Gradient Algorithm + Two Pipe Example H-equations        

    T3     -        Assign. No. W2: Tutorial: Equation Formulation

    L7     -        Solving the water distribution system equations - Two Pipe Problem for H-equations and Two Pipe Problem for LF     equations

    L8     -        Solving the water distribution system equations - the Q+H-equations formulation and the Two Pipe Problem        

    T4     -        Assign. No. W3- Tutorial: Design 1 - Numerical Solution

    L9     -        Global Gradient Algorithm method for the two pipe example AND Analysis of Efficiency of Solvers

    L10   -        GGA improvements         

    T5     -        Assign. No. W3- Tutorial: Design 1 - Numerical Solution

    L11   -        Pressure regulating valves

    L12   -        Genetic algorithm optimization of water distribution systems Part #1        

    T6     -        Assign. No. W4 - Tutorial: PRVs                 

    Mid-semester break  Week # 1                 

    Mid-semester break  Week # 2                 

    L13    -       Genetic algorithm optimization of water distribution systems Part #2

    L14    -       Optimization of pumping using genetic algorithms        

    T7      -       Assign. No. W5 Tutorial: GA by hand

    L15    -       GA sustainability- Multiobjective optimisation Part #1

    L16    -       Multiobjective optimisation - Part #2        

    T8      -       Assign. No. W6a- Tutorial: Design 1 - Genetic algorithm design No. 6a        

    T9      -       Assign. No. W6a- Tutorial: Design 1 - Genetic algorithm design No. 6a

    L17    -       Review of water hammer

    L18    -       Water hammer Air Vessels Part 1a        

    T10    -       Assign. No. W6a- Tutorial: Design 1 - Genetic algorithm design No. 6a        

    T11    -       Assign. No. W6a- Tutorial: Design 1 - Genetic algorithm design No. 6a

    L19    -       Water hammer - Air Vessels #1b

    L20    -       Running Hytran        

    T12    -       Assign. No. W6b- Tutorial: CATS Design 2 - Genetic algorithms versus manual design        

    T13    -       Assign. No. W7- Tutorial: CATS Air vessel Hytran

    L21    -       Water hammer - Air Vessels #2

    L22    -       Column separation and flywheels

    L23    -       Reflux valve slam        

    T14    -       Assign. No. W6b- Tutorial: CATS Design 2 - Genetic algorithms versus manual design        

    T15    -       Assign. No. W6b- Tutorial: CATS Design 2 - Genetic algorithms versus manual design

    L24    -       Review of Course - Exam overview
  • Assessment

    The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:

    1. Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
    2. Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
    3. Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
    4. Assessment must maintain academic standards.

    Assessment Summary

    Submission of Assignments and Designs

    Please find below details of all assessment tasks for the course.

    Hardcopy submissions must be made in the appropriate submission box outside the School Office (N136).

    Weighting of Marks for Tasks

     
    TASK                                                   WEIGHTING            LEARNING OUTCOMES (LO)

    Assignments (Group work)                    5%                            LO=1, 2, 3, 9, 10, 17, 18

    Design (Part 1)(Group work)                 12.5%                       LO=1-19

    Design (Part 2)(Group work)                 12.5%                       LO=1-19

    Exam                                                      70%                          LO=1, 2, 10, 13, 18

    TOTAL                                                   100%                       

    Assessment Related Requirements
    Expected Course Workload

    The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements. 

    Please note that University guidelines suggest that the average student should spend 48 hours per week to achieve a Credit.

    Consequently, the total workload for this course is 12 hours per week (144 hours in total over 12 weeks) for an average student to achieve a Credit.

    Group Work

    For assessment tasks requiring group work, groups will be partly self selected (for assignments only). You will pair up with one other person with whom you will work in group work forthe entire semester. Pairs will rotate to form a new group of four for each new groupwork task. The same mark will be allocated to all group members and will be based on group output only.  Group processes are not assessed explicitly in this course.  All members in a group are expected to contribute equally to the overall task. In cases of perceived unequal contributions to groupwork, students should come and discuss the matter with the teaching staff. 

    Requirements

    In order to pass this course, students must obtain at least:   

    . 40% for the exam

    If the above requirements are not met, students will receive a 39 F (fail) for this course OR the weighted mark forthe course (whichever is lower mark).
    Assessment Detail
    A. Designs Objectives:

    The objective of the Designs is to provide students with the opportunity to apply the course material in a realistic context in order to achieve higher-order learning outcomes.   

    There will 3 components to the design including:

    . Design 1. numerical methods for solving pipe network equations

    . Design 2 (a) manual trial-and error design of a water distribution system using computer simulation and (b) genetic algorithm
    optimisation of a water distribution system using a computer software program called “Optimizer ” developed by an Adelaide company called Optimatics Pty Ltd.            

    B. Assignments

    Objectives: The objective of the Assignments is to provide students with the opportunity to apply the course material to problems. 
     
    There will be a number of assignments - while working in groups of four (sometimes 3 if necessary).

    C. Exam Objectives:

    The objective of an Exam is to provide an independent test of whether students have gained an understanding of the key learning objectives.  Details of which course learning objectives are addressed by the Exam are given above.  

    A 3 hour examination will be held at the end of Semester I. It will be a restricted open book exam.    

    Notes provided by Prof Simpson for the course may be brought into the examination. This is explicitly restricted to the textbook by Crowe and Prof Simpson's book and Powerpoints of material not in Prof. Simpson's book.
         
    NO OTHER BOOKS OR MATERIAL may be brought into the examination.

    Information relating to Fluid Properties will be permitted.

    ·      The design, tutorial solutions and worked problems including solutions to old examination problems, may NOT BE brought into the examination.

    A check of the material brought in by each student will be made at the beginning of the examination.

    ·       Use of dictionaries is permitted.

    .       The use of calculators is permitted. Ensuring the calculator batteries are sufficient for the duration of the examination is the
    responsibility of the student. 

    Supplementary exams awarded on academic grounds will only be given in extraordinary  circumstances. If a student sits for a supplementary exam on academic grounds, the final mark will be based on the examination only.
    Submission
    Submission deadlines will be given on each assignment and on the lecture and tutorial schedule.

    Details about the submission process for the Homework Exercises will be given at the beginning of the semester and details of the submission process for the Designs will be given in separate handouts.

    _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

    All submissions should be accompanied by a signed assessment cover sheet - available at:

     http://www.ecms.adelaide.edu.au/civeng/current-students/admin/assessment_cover.pdf
    Course Grading

    Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:

    M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme)
    Grade Mark Description
    FNS   Fail No Submission
    F 1-49 Fail
    P 50-64 Pass
    C 65-74 Credit
    D 75-84 Distinction
    HD 85-100 High Distinction
    CN   Continuing
    NFE   No Formal Examination
    RP   Result Pending

    Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.

    Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.

    Final results for this course will be made available through Access Adelaide.

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