Engineering Hydrology

Engineering Hydrology: Fundamentals and Applications

By Subhash C. Verma, P. Eng.

Engineering Hydrology: Fundamentals and Applications is an educational resource designed for degree and diploma students in civil, water resources, agricultural, and environmental engineering. It is also a useful reference for practicing engineers who wish to refresh their understanding of hydrologic principles and their practical applications.

The book introduces the essential concepts of surface-water hydrology through clear explanations, worked examples, practical calculations, and review exercises. It emphasizes understanding the principles behind hydrologic equations and applying them correctly to engineering problems, rather than simply memorizing formulas.

Across eleven chapters, readers explore the hydrologic cycle, water resources, water balance, precipitation measurement, storm analysis, streamflow measurement, probability concepts, watershed characteristics, and hydrologic abstractions. Further topics include infiltration, evaporation and transpiration, runoff hydrographs, peak flow estimation, unit hydrographs, and flood routing.

Step-by-step worked examples demonstrate problem-solving procedures and the use of appropriate units. Practice problems with answers, multiple-choice review questions, and discussion questions help learners reinforce their knowledge and prepare for tests and examinations.

The book connects foundational theory with practical engineering applications, including storm drainage design, streamflow analysis, flood estimation, and water resources management. By emphasizing sound reasoning, careful calculations, and informed engineering judgment, it provides a foundation for further study in surface hydrology and water resources engineering.

Whether used as a course textbook, a study companion, or a professional refresher, Engineering Hydrology: Fundamentals and Applications supports the development of practical skills for understanding and solving real-world hydrologic problems.