Course Sheet

A. Course details:
Program Civil Engineering
Academic year
Semester
Course Code
Course Title Open Channel Hydraulics

B. Course Prerequisites, if any

Course Code Course Description Semester
1. 16CV32 1. Fluid Mechanics Students must be aware of
2. 16CV43 2. Hydraulics and basics of different types of III, IV
Hydraulic Machines open channel flow and their
characteristics

C. Course Objectives
At the end of the course, the students should be able to understand the whole and sole of Open
channel hydraulics. The students should be able to understand, the use of linear and angular
instruments like Chain, Tape, compass and different types of levels. The students should be able
to comprehend the steps and computations involved in surveying. The student should understand
characteristics of contour and methods of contouring and finally able to understand and draw
contours. He/she should compute the areas and volumes for civil engineering works and understand
the fundamentals of topographical map. The student should study Field applications of Area and
Volume calculations. The main objective of the course is to Identify problems and mistakes
occurring in field measurements for linear and angular instrument and Demonstrate applications of
Linear and Angular surveying instruments

D. Modes of content delivery:

The following are the various content delivery methods considered in the program:

M1: Lecture delivery with discussion (blackboard teaching)

M2: Tutorial (problem solving classes)
M3: Presentations
M4: Experimental
M6: Remedial Classes
M7: Group assignments/ Projects
E. Course Outcomes (CO)
1 Outline the types of channels and Summarize the classification of flows
2 Solve and Evaluate the geometric elements of open channel flow
3 Summarize the concept of specific energy and Solve for critical depth for various types of
channel sections
4 Develop various types of surface profiles for gradually varied flows
5 Make use of the principles of specific force in hydraulic jump problems and its applications
for practical problems

F. Programme Outcomes addressed to the course

PO Description
1 Graduates shall be able to understand and apply the basic mathematical and
scientific concepts that underlie the field of Civil Engineering.
4 Graduates shall be able to design and conduct experiments and interpret the results as per
the current research.
5 Graduates shall possess critical thinking abilities, problem solving skills and familiarity
with the necessary computational tools and procedures.
10 Graduates shall possess effective oral and written communication skills.

G: Gaps in the syllabus

S.No. Description
1. Need the digital computational techniques like MS Excel for lengthy numericals

H: Topics Beyond syllabus / Advanced Topics

S.No. Description
1. Nil

I: Assessment Methodologies
S.No. Description Tick mark
1 Student Assignment
2 Internal Assessment test
3 University Examination
4 Any other, mention

Name and Signature of faculty member:

 Department of Civil Engineering
Course Articulation Matrix
Academic Year
Course: Open Channel Hydraulics (Div. A, B & C)
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CO1 Outline the types of channels and
Summarize the classification of 3 - 1 - 3 1
flows
CO2 Solve and Evaluate the geometric
3 1 2 - 3 2
elements of open channel flow
CO3 Summarize the concept of specific
energy and Solve for critical depth
3 2 - 3 2
for various types of channel
sections
CO4 Develop various types of surface
3 - 3 - 3 2
profiles for gradually varied flows
CO5 Make use of the principles of
specific force in hydraulic jump
3 1 3 - 3 2
problems and its applications for
practical problems
Correlation Levels indicated: 1: Low; 2: Medium 3: High
Note: Correlation levels indicated are based on the emphasis given in the classroom while delivering lectures
corresponding to the COs, POs and PSOs. Emphasis may also be related to number of hours spent on a
particular CO as per the lesson plan for the subject handled.

Programme Outcomes [POs]

1. Engineering Knowledge: Apply the knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering fundamentals
and an engineering specialization to the solution of complex engineering problems.
2. Problem Analysis: Identify, formulate, review research literature, and analyze complex
engineering problems reaching substantiated conclusions using first principles of mathematics,
natural sciences and Engineering sciences.
3. Design/Development of solutions: Design solutions for complex engineering problems and design
system components or processes that meet the specified needs with appropriate consideration for the
public health and safety, and the cultural, societal, and environmental considerations.
4. Conduct investigations of complex problems: Use research-based knowledge and research methods
including design of experiments, analysis and interpretation of data, and synthesis of the information
to provide valid conclusions.
5. Modern tool usage: Create, select, and apply appropriate techniques, resources, and modern
engineering and IT tools including prediction and modeling to complex engineering activities with an
understanding of the limitations.
6. The engineer and society: Apply reasoning informed by the contextual knowledge to assess societal,
health, safety, legal and cultural issues and the consequent responsibilities relevant to the professional
engineering practice.
7. Environment and sustainability: Understand the impact of the professional engineering solutions
in societal and environmental contexts, and demonstrate the knowledge of, and need for sustainable
development.
8. Ethics: Apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics and responsibilities and norms
of the engineering practice.
9. Individual and team work: Function effectively as an individual and as a member or leader in
diverse teams, and in multidisciplinary settings.
10. Communication: Communicate effectively on complex engineering activities with the engineering
community and with society at large, such as, being able to comprehend and write effective reports
and design documentation, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear instructions.
11. Project management and finance: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the engineering
management principles and apply these to one’s own work, as a member and leader in a team, to
manage projects and in multidisciplinary environments.
12. Life-long learning: Recognize the need for and have the preparation and ability to engage in
independent and lifelong learning in the broadest context of technological change.

Programme Specific Objectives [PSO’s]

PSO-1 Understanding and applying the mathematical and scientific concepts for analytical and
design skills concerned with civil engineering practice.
PSO-2 Inculcating communicational skills , and leadership attributes towards the team work.
Developing critical thinking abilities with competence in use of computational tools for current
research.
PSO-3 Sensitizing towards contemporary issues, societal needs with professionalism and ethics for
sustainable development.