52925WA – Graduate Certificate in Water Resources Engineering

This intensive and career-building course provides the specialized and integrated technical and theoretical knowledge required to plan, assess, and manage water resource engineering systems while effectively controlling costs and risk.What you will gainDevelop specialized expertise in water resources engineering that is directly applicable to your workplace and enhance your value as a team memberChallenge yourself with new learning and develop the habit of continuous improvement while demonstrating your ongoing commitment to professional developmentKeep up to date with the latest management trends, technologies and practices applicable to water resource engineering, ensuring that your career path remains competitive and relevantBuild your engineering career by developing skills that are in demand in the industry and by networking with like-minded individualsDevelop your problem-solving skills though advanced coursework, practical scenarios, and real-world challengesProgram DetailsThe Graduate Certificate in Water Resources Engineering is a high-level postgraduate program that combines classic principles with current trends to provide practical and advanced knowledge with a vocational or “job related” focus.With the emphasis on career outcomes, you will develop practical skills and knowledge that can be applied directly to the workplace. Applicants will have accrued water resources engineering experience in industry and are probably already working in supervisory or management roles (or will be in future).As an advanced practitioner you will develop industry-focused, practical expertise that can be implemented at your workplace. Management of water resources engineering projects demands a robust and agile approach. This course aims to provide you with the essential tools so that you can successfully conquer challenges.Who will benefitHydrologistWater Resources EngineerProject ManagerPublic Works EngineerIrrigation EngineerCourse Learning OutcomesThis program is designed to meet the specialized needs of industry.Specifically, graduates of the Graduate Certificate in Water Resources Engineering will be able to:;Enhance knowledge of water resources engineering principles and methodologies that can be applied to relevant engineering systems and projectsAppraise the hydrology of groundwater and surface water catchmentsUtilize hydrological modeling to design effective water resource systems and manage risksAssess and optimize outcomes from water and wastewater treatment processes that use laboratory and field-monitoring dataApply sophisticated systems and strategies to develop and assess water catchment, distribution, and reuse systemsRecognize, interpret, and appraise key emerging technologies, trends, and associated case studies in water resources engineering and managementDevelop expertise in the management of water resources in relation to public healthFormulate approaches to risk assessment and mitigation strategies that can be applied to water resources engineeringManage self-autonomy to achieve objectives within organizations that have outputs based on technological application and develop professional practice in the fieldCommunicate proficiently and effectively in a professional mannerPotential Job OutcomesPotential job roles include senior engineering supervision and management positions that include:Senior Water Resources EngineerWater Resources ManagerHydrologistEnvironmental Engineer (Water)Water Policy AnalystSenior Project Manager (Water Infrastructure)Water Resources ConsultantWater Quality ManagerSenior Research Engineer (Water Resources)