2D Hydraulic Flow with SMS

Course Description

NEW COURSE CONTENT - Learn ADH, TUFLOW and RiverFlo2D/SRH!

SMS is a comprehensive package of tools for simplifying the development of 2D hydraulic models. 2D models are increasing required for projects as many hydraulic systems are too complex to model with 1D tools. With SMS, 2D modeling can performed efficiently, providing solutions with greater detail and a higher level of confidence.

This hands-on, application oriented training course will provide you with the knowledge and tools needed to build 2D hydrodynamic models effectively with the latest version of SMS. Lectures and workshops in this course provide experience in setting up and running ADH, RiverFlo2D/SRH and TUFLOW simulations for hydraulic flow modeling.

Course Outline - 4 Days

  • Learn about the capabilities of the USACE ADH model, the RiverFlo2D model, the BOR SRH model and the TUFLOW model developed by WBM Australia.
  • Import, process, and manage background data from various sources.
  • Practice the conceptual modeling approach to define mesh properties, boundary conditions, and area properties.
  • Learn how to develop both structured and unstructured meshes in SMS.
  • Gain experience setting up, debugging and running numerical models in SMS using ADH and TUFLOW.
  • Learn to set up RiverFlo2D or SRH models using the Generic Model Interface.
  • Practice using the post-processing and visualization tools in SMS.
  • Create scatter plots, display contours, draw vectors, build animations and create functional surfaces of model solutions.
  • Annotate and prepare data for presentations.
  • Export data for use in reports and in CAD and GIS applications.

Course Agenda

Day 1 AM Introduction to SMS
The Modeling Process
Background data: Images and Topographic Data
Day 1 PM The Conceptual Modeling approach
Unstructured Mesh Development
Case Study 1
Day 2 AM Model Parameters
Material Properties
Boundary Conditions
ADH Model
Day 2 PM Generic Model Interface with RiverFlo2D or SRH Model
Case Study 2
Day 3 AM TUFLOW Model
TUFLOW Special Topics
Day 3 PM Practice Example - Guided Workshop
Hydraulic Theory
Case Study 3
Day 4 AM Visualization
Observation Data and Data Extraction
Calibration
Day 4 PM Comprehensive Example

Instructors

Dr. Alan Zundel - Architect and director of the SMS interface development. Author of SMS reference manual and tutorials. Ph.D., Brigham Young University, 1994. President, Aquaveo, LLC. Dr. Zundel has taught university level courses and numerous short courses in the area on hydraulic analysis and finite element modeling.

Rusty Jones - Manager of the SMS development team at Aquaveo with many years of experience developing SMS. Rusty develop the TUFLOW and other interfaces in SMS and leads the SMS development tema/ Rusty's experience also includes work on several consulting projects involving hydrodynamic modeling.

Tom Moreland - Civil Engineering consultant at Aquaveo and past developer of SMS; Tom has over 10 years of experience working with SMS providing SMS support and teaching SMS courses at locations throughout the world.

Cost

The cost of the 4-day course is $1595 (USD) per attendee. Save on all registrations made at least 30 days prior to the course – add $100 to the price above for late registration.

Registration includes the following:

  • Instruction and hands-on use of the Surface-water Modeling System (SMS).
  • Comprehensive Course Notes.
  • Software CD containing the SMS software, tutorials, and documentation.
  • A 30-day trial license of the full Surfacewater Modeling System.
  • 25% Discount (up to $500.00) on the purchase of an SMS license.
  • Lunch and coffee/snack breaks.

Training Attendee Cancellation Policy

Course Requirements

Participants may be required to provide their own computer with the following specifications:

  • Windows XP, Vista, or Windows 7 operating system
  • 1 GB RAM (2 GB recommended)
  • CD ROM (required for installing software)
  • 1024x768 resolution (1280x1024 or higher recommended)
  • Mouse

Location/Accommodations

The SMS training course will be held in Orem at a location to be announced soon.

Transportation

Attendees should fly into the Salt Lake International Airport (SLC), then drive, take a taxi or schedule a shuttle.

Xpress Shuttle