UNIVERSITY OF SAN CARLOS

Department of Civil Engineering

USC Vision

The University of San Carlos sees:

A WORLD where the darkness of sin and the night of unbelief vanish before the light of the
Word and the Spirit of grace.
A SOCIETY where citizens are competent, noble in character, and
community-oriented: What they know, they apply justly and honestly.
What they do not know, they seek to learn.
What they do not have, they endeavor to acquire.
What they have, they share.

USC Mission

The University of San Carlos is a Catholic institution of learning that embodies the principles of
academic discipline of San Carlos Borromeo and the missionary charisma of the Society of the
Divine Word.
We aim to develop competent and socially responsible professionals and lifelong learners in an
environment that fosters excellence in the academic core processes of teaching-learning, research
and community extension service.
Our mission is to provide timely, relevant and transformative academic programs responsive to
the needs of the local, national, and global communities, in a rapidly changing world.

SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING Department of Civil Engineering

Program Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL Three to five years after graduation, the Carolinian

OBJECTIVES (PEOs) civil engineering graduate is:

PEO1 A productive professional exhibiting competence, leadership and life-long learning in

the practice of civil engineering.
1.1 Meets employer’s expectations with respect to professional engineering skills,
including critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication.
1.2 Takes initiative, demonstrates innovation, and strives for excellence in delivering
outputs or in providing services.
1.3 Exercises leadership and management skills to help promote productivity and
achievement of organizational goals.
1.4 Adapts to change and continuously seeks out opportunities for improving self
personally and professionally.

PEO2 A global citizen who is noble in character and community-oriented.

2.1 Upholds professional ethics and responsible engineering practice to ensure safety,
health, and welfare of clients and the general public.
2.2 Takes full accountability for assigned tasks and promotes teamwork in a
multidisciplinary and multicultural work environment.

PEO3 A civil engineer with an emerging expertise in a specialized practice of civil engineering
in various civil works including design, construction, retrofitting and maintenance of
structures, water supply and drainage, land development, and transportation.

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 Program Outcomes

a) Apply knowledge of mathematics, natural science, engineering fundamentals and an

engineering specialization to the solution of complex engineering problems.

b) Conduct investigations of complex engineering problems using research-based

knowledge and research methods including design of experiments, analysis and
interpretation of data, and synthesis of information to provide valid conclusions

c) Design solutions for complex engineering problems and design systems, components or
processes that meet specified needs with appropriate consideration for public health and
safety, cultural, societal, and environmental considerations.

d) Function effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader in diverse teams and in

multi-disciplinary settings.

e) Identify, formulate, research literature and analyze complex engineering problems

reaching substantiated conclusions using first principles of mathematics, natural sciences
and engineering sciences.

f) Apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics and responsibilities and norms
of engineering practice

g) 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.

h) Understand and evaluate the sustainability and impact of professional engineering work
in the solution of complex engineering problems in societal and environmental context.

i) Recognize the need for, and have the preparation and ability to engage in independent and
life-long learning in the broadest context of technological change

j) Apply reasoning informed by contextual knowledge to assess societal, health, safety, legal
and cultural issues and the consequent responsibilities relevant to professional
engineering practice and solutions to complex engineering problems.

k) Create, select and apply appropriate techniques, resources, and modern engineering and
IT tools, including prediction and modelling, to complex engineering problems with an
understanding of the limitations.

l) Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of engineering management principles and

economic decision-making and apply these to one’s own work, as a member and leader in
a team, to manage projects and in multidisciplinary environments

m) Promote through extension work the use of engineering as a tool for the good of
Philippine culture and society.

n) Participate in the Carolinian mission to be Witnesses to the Word

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COURSE SYLLABUS
1st Semester, AY 2022-2023

Course Information Faculty Information

Course CE 3107 Name: Engr. Jonah Lee I. Bas, MSCE
Code: Hydrology Office: Department of Civil Engineering
Course 2.0 Email: jlibas@usc.edu.ph;
Title: EM 1202, EM 1203 Phone: 09183643875
Credit Units: Consultati Thursdays, 8AM to 12NN
Pre-requisit on Time:
es:
Schedule:

Course Description

Hydrology is a multidisciplinary course that deals with the occurrence, circulation, storage, and distribution of
surface and ground water on the earth. This course is of fundamental importance to civil engineering, as well as
the environmental sciences, because of the environmental significance of water supply, major floods and
droughts and their management, drainage and urban stormwater issues, floodplain management, and water
quality impacts. In this course you will learn the different hydrologic principles that are imperative in the study of
hydrology. These principles are prerequisites to the understanding and mastery of hydrologic analysis and
design. Towards the end of the semester you will be introduced to the elementary functions of HEC-HMS, an
example of a hydrologic simulation model.

COURSE OUTCOMES (CO)

By the end of the semester, students should be able to:
CO1: solve water balance problems and hydrologic
measurement data calculations using hydrologic
principles
CO2: obtain the amount of runoff from an input
precipitation using different loss, transform, and
routing models
CO3: create a simple rainfall-runoff model by using
elementary functions in HEC-HMS
Alignment to Program Outcomes
The learning outcomes in this course are enabling to
the achievement of:
[POe] Identify, formulate, research literature and analyze
complex engineering problems reaching substantiated
conclusions using first principles of mathematics, natural
sciences and engineering sciences.
[POh] Understand and evaluate the sustainability and
impact of professional engineering work in the solution of
complex engineering problems in societal and
environmental context.

[POk] Create, select and apply appropriate techniques,

resources, and modern engineering and IT tools, including
prediction and modelling, to complex engineering problems
with an understanding of the limitations.

ASSESSMENT OF OUTCOMES

As evidence of having achieved the outcomes, students must produce quality outputs and/or carry out tasks
successfully.

Formative Summative (Rubric-Based)

For CO1: Activities For CO1: Mastery Examination
For CO2: Activities For CO2: Mastery Examination
For CO3: Modeling Exercises For CO3: Final Project

Assessment Rubrics
Rubric No. 1 Activities / Mastery Examination
Rubric No. 2 Modeling Exercises
Rubric No. 3: Final Project
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Grading System
The student’s grade for the course is computed based on both formative and summative assessment data. The
computation is detailed below.

Grade Component Weight Computation

Activities, Modeling Exercises (30%) Activities, Modeling Exercises x0.30
Mastery Examination (CO1) (20%) Mastery Examination (CO1) x0.20
Mastery Examination (CO2) (30%) Final Mastery Examination (CO2) x0.30 Final
Project (20%) Project x0.20 Total Grade
Passing Grade: 3.0

LEARNING PLAN

Week Topics CO Learning Activities

No. Targeted

1 Course Orientation Discussion of Syllabus

1-3 1. Hydrologic Principles CO1 ∙ Online Lectures via Google Meet

∙ Supplemental Readings
1.1 Introduction to Hydrology ∙ Activities
1.2 Weather Systems
1.3 Precipitation
1.4 The Hydrologic Cycle
1.5 Simple Rainfall-Runoff
1.6 Streamflow and the Hydrograph
1.7 Hydrograph Analysis
1.8 Hydrologic Measurement

3 MASTERY EXAMINATION CO1

4-10 2. Hydrologic Analysis CO2 ∙ Online Lectures via Google Meet

∙ Supplemental Readings
2.1 Watershed Concepts ∙ Activities
2.2 Unit Hydrograph Theory
2.3 Synthetic Unit Hydrograph
Development
2.4 Applications of Unit Hydrographs
2.5 Hydrologic Loss – Evaporation
and Evapotranspiration
2.6 Hydrologic Loss – Infiltration
2.7 Green and Ampt Infiltration
Method 2.8 Flood Routing

10 MASTERY EXAMINATION CO2

11-16 3. Hydrologic Modeling CO3 ∙ Online Lectures via Google Meet
∙ Supplemental Readings
3.1 Hydrologic Modeling ∙ Activities
3.2 Modeling Using HEC-HMS
a. Single Basin Modeling
b. Rainfall Data Input
c. HMS Schematic for Multiple
Subbasins
d. Modeling Using Design Storms
e. Investigating Baseflow

17 SUBMISSION OF FINAL PROJECT CO2,CO3

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Learning Resources

Main Textbooks:
1. Bedient, P.B., Huber W.C. and Vieux, B.E. Hydrology and Floodplain Analysis, Pearson 5th Ed. 2.
Applied Hydrology by Ven Te Chow, David Maidment and Larry Mays; McGRAW-HILL International
Editions; 1988

Supplemental Textbooks:
1. David Chin, Water Resources Engineering, 3rd Ed., Pearson , 2013
2. McCuen, R.H., Hydrologic Analysis and Design, Prentice Hall, 1989
3. Linsley, R.K., M.A. Kohler and J.L.H. Paulhus, Hydrology for Engineers by; McGraw-Hill,
1988 4. Handbook of Hydrology David maidment, 1993

Modeling Exercise Manuals:

1. Single Basin Modeling Using HEC-HMS
2. Rainfall Data Input Using Thiessen Polygon and HEC-HMS Gage Weights
3. HMS Schematic for Multiple Subbasins
4. Modeling Using Design Storms
5. Investigating Baseflow in HEC-HMS

Course Policies

1. Students must have an activated USC email and an active Canvas account.
2. Students are required to attend scheduled online lectures. Those who cannot join the online lectures due
to valid reasons (e.g medical reasons, connectivity issues, etc.) are required to inform the instructor
ahead of time for filing purposes. An excuse letter must be sent through email or text message. Please
see the instructor’s contact details found on page 3.
3. In the Canvas Discussions, students are allowed to make posts. The posts must be on topic and within the
scope of the course. Proper credit must be given when referencing or quoting from other sources.
Students are expected to practice online decorum by being respectful in replying to posts and avoiding
insulting remarks.
4. During online lectures, students are required to turn off their microphones to avoid unnecessary feedback
noise that might disrupt the class. They can turn on their microphones if they have questions regarding
the ongoing lecture. The students are also not required to turn on their cameras to preserve internet
data.
5. During examinations, students are required to turn on their video cameras. Students are expected to
prepare necessary hardware and software ahead of the examination schedules.
6. Students are expected to submit requirements on time. Those who submit late will be given reasonable
deductions. Considerations may be given on a case to case basis.
 Approved by Engr. Ricardo Fornis, MSc
Jonah Lee I. Bas, MSCE Department
Prepared by Chair
Faculty
Date Approved:
Date Submitted
for Approval

ANNEX: Assessment Rubrics

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Rubric No. 1 Activities and Mastery Examination (For CO1 and CO2)

Level 1.0 2.0 3.0 4.0

Criteria
Exceeds expectations Meets expectations Needs improvement Does not meet
expectations

ACCURACY The task is worked out to
completion, the steps
(75%) shown are mathematically
error-free, and the final
result is correct and
expressed in its required
form.
The task is worked out to
completion and steps
shown are mathematically
error-free; the final result is
correct but still requires
one or two steps to bring it
to its required form.
The task is worked out
partially and the steps
shown are correct and
could
potentially lead to a
correct result if worked
through.
An insignificant amount of
the task is done and/or the
steps shown are
mathematically wrong,
unrelated or
inappropriate.

PRESENTABILI Answer sheet is clean Answer sheet with some Answer sheet with some Answer sheet
TY OF without corrections dirty spots (unintentional) dirty spots (deliberate) generally untidy
SOLUTION
Corrections minimal Corrections minimal and Corrections plenty
(10%) and neatly done not particularly neatly
done

QUALITY OF Figures drawn neatly
FIGURES without corrections
(hand drawn)
(15%) Scale and shape of
figures appropriate
Labels appropriate
Drawing with some dirty
spots (unintentional);
correction done neatly
Only one is done
appropriately while the
other is slightly
inappropriate
Drawing with some dirty
spots (deliberate);
correction done less neatly
Scale and shape
slightly inappropriate
resulting to crowded
figure
Drawing generally untidy
Scale and shape
excessively distort data in
figures
Labels not helping at all

Labels appropriate, Labels inappropriate

however, indiscernible; resulting to crowded figure
figures may have missing or no labels at all
labels

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Rubric No. 2 Modeling Exercises (CO3)

Level 1.0 2.0 3.0 4.0

Criteria
Exceeds expectations Meets expectations Needs improvement Does not meet
expectations
CONTENT Answers to essay
questions reflect a
(75%) thorough
understanding of
hydrologic concepts.
Presents the paper in a
formal and objective tone;
uses the appropriate yet
simple language,
vocabulary and
techniques to make
complex concepts and
ideas easily
understandable.
Strategically uses words,
phrases and clauses to
link the major sections of
the text.
COMPLETENE All important content and
SS (25%) details are present, in
order and together.
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Rubric No. 3 Final Project (For CO2 and CO3)
Level 1.0
Criteria
Exceeds expectations
CONTENT Presents the paper in a
formal and objective tone;
(65%) uses the appropriate yet
simple language,
vocabulary and
techniques to make
complex concepts and
ideas easily
understandable.
Strategically uses words,
phrases and clauses to
link the major sections of
the text.
FORMAT The proper format has
been followed for all of
(5%) the entries.
GRAMMAR, All entries use correct
USAGE, spelling and grammar.
MECHANICS
AND SPELLING
(15%)
Answers to essay
questions reflect some
understanding of
hydrologic concepts .
Presents a formal and
objective tone; uses
relevant language,
vocabulary and
techniques to make
complex concepts and
ideas easily
understandable. Uses
words, phrases and
clauses to link the major
sections of the text.
All important content and
details are present, but
are either not together or
in order.
2.0
Meets expectations
Presents a formal and
objective tone; uses
relevant language,
vocabulary and
techniques to make
complex concepts and
ideas easily
understandable. Uses
words, phrases and
clauses to link the major
sections of the text.
The proper format has
been followed for most of
the entries.
Most the entries use
correct spelling and
grammar.
Answers to essay
questions reflect a
limited
understanding of
hydrologic concepts .
Illustrates a limited
awareness of formal
tone; attempts to use
language, vocabulary
and techniques
but not successful in
making complex
concepts and ideas easily.
Uses limited words,
phrases and clauses to
link the major sections of
the text.
All important content and
details are not present,
but they are together or
in order.
3.0
Needs improvement
Illustrates a limited
awareness of formal
tone; attempts to use
language, vocabulary
and techniques
but not successful in
making complex
concepts and ideas
easily. Uses limited words,
phrases and clauses to
link the major sections of
the text.
The proper format has
been followed for few of
the entries.
Few of the entries use
correct spelling and
grammar.
Answers to essay
questions reflect no
understanding of
hydrologic concepts .
Illustrates a limited or
inconsistent tone;
uses imprecise
language,
vocabulary and limited
techniques to make
complex concepts and
ideas easily
understandable. Uses
very few, if any, words,
phrases and clauses to
link the major sections of
the text.
All important content and
details are not present,
nor are they together or
in order.
5.0
Does not meet
expectations
Illustrates a limited or
inconsistent tone;
uses imprecise
language,
vocabulary and limited
techniques to make
complex concepts and
ideas easily
understandable. Uses
very few, if any, words,
phrases and clauses to
link the major sections of
the text.
The proper format has
not been followed for
any of the entries.
None of the entries use
correct spelling and
grammar.
NEATNESS Overall well-kept Mostly well-kept with Somewhat well-kept. Unkempt with most pages
(5%) appearance with no minimal crease, missing There are many creases, creased, missing or extra.
crease, missing or extra or extra pages.Mostly missing or extra pages. Not visually appealing.
pages. Visually visually Somewhat visually
appealing. appealing appealing.

TIMELINESS Report submitted on time. Report submitted one Report submitted two Report submitted more
(5%) day late. days late. than one week late.

COMPLETENE All important content and All important content and All important content and All important content and
SS (5%) details are present, in details are present, but details are not present, details are not present,
order and together. are either not together or but they are together or nor are they together or
in order. in order. in order.

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