Course Catalogue.

After participating in this course, you will be able to:

• Understand and apply coastal engineering principles to solve erosion and shoreline instability issues.
• Evaluate and implement shore protection structures to mitigate coastal erosion.
• Anticipate and analyze the impacts of climate change on coastal regions.
• Utilize field data and case studies to address real-world coastal engineering challenges.
• Assess environmental and human factors influencing coastal changes and develop sustainable management strategies.

Description
Coastal engineering is an emerging discipline that addresses the complex challenges facing our shorelines. The increasing severity of coastal problems due to climate change, coupled with human interference in shoreline stability, has heightened the need for effective solutions. This course emphasizes understanding as the key to problem-solving. While it includes the design of shore protection structures, the procedures are accessible to participants from diverse backgrounds, requiring no advanced algebra or complex formulas.

This course is designed to be easy to understand, allowing participants to grasp the fundamental principles without difficulty. It aims to cultivate an interest in the dynamics of climate change and its impact on coastal areas. By focusing on the core concepts, the course ensures that attendees can engage with the material, regardless of their prior knowledge or experience. Participants are not expected to have previous knowledge of coastal engineering. Although it may be easier for engineers to understand, non-engineers can greatly benefit from the course, as climate change is affecting our lives in different ways.

In addition to theoretical learning, this course leverages field data and case studies to provide practical insights into coastal engineering challenges. These real-world examples make the material more relatable and easier to understand. Civil engineers may review their elementary Soil Mechanics course, but it is not necessary to study shore protection manuals beforehand.

Who Should Attend
This course is ideal for a diverse range of professionals and enthusiasts. Engineers and architects will find it invaluable for enhancing their understanding of coastal structures and their impact. Contractors and government officials, especially those working in city halls, can benefit from insights into managing coastal infrastructure. Property managers and real estate representatives who deal with coastal properties will gain a deeper appreciation of the challenges and solutions in this field.

Additionally, individuals living on the coastline or owning property near the shore will find this course beneficial in understanding and mitigating the risks associated with coastal changes. It is also perfect for anyone interested in climate change and its effects on our shorelines and coasts. Environmental consultants, urban planners, and academics in related fields are also encouraged to attend, as the course offers valuable insights and practical knowledge applicable to various professional contexts.

Course Syllabus

Welcome - Introduction -Workshop Review - Method of Assessment

General

• Coastal line
• Coastal shapes and types
• Shoreline change
• Coastal stability
• Climate change

Waves

• Wave motion
• Wave Characteristics
• Relationship between wave characteristics
• Types of waves, deep waves, broken waves, translatory waves
• Prediction of waves
• Wave refraction
• Wave diffraction
• Wave forces
• Effect of wave action on coastal stability
• Erosion and sedimentation due to wave action
• Change of wave characteristics due to climate change

Day 2

Water levels

• Lowest low water level
• Highest high water level
• High water level
• Low water level
• Mean water level
• Effect of climate change on water level

Currents

• Definition of current
• Types of currents
• Effect of current on coastal stability
• Sediment transport
• Sources of current
• Effect of climate change on current
• Erosion and sedimentation due to current
• Effect of climate change on current

Day 3

Shore Protection Methods and Structures

• Sand nourishment
• Stone nourishment
• Sea walls
• Parallel rubble mound breakwater
• Detached breakwater
• Groins
• Floating breakwater
• Suspended breakwater
• Submerged breakwater
• Combined breakwater

Design of Emerged (Elevated) Breakwater

• Width of the crest
• Armor layer
• Slopes
• Levels
• Settlement
• Slope stability

Day 4

Design of Submerged Breakwater

• Armor layer
• Width and depth of the crest
• Slopes
• Transmitted waves
• Distance between the breakwater and shoreline
• Erosion due to a submerged breakwater

Design of Groins

• Groin cross-section
• Groin length and inclination
• Groin spacing
• Groin side effect

Design of Sea Wall

• Wave forces
• Earth pressure

Day 5

Design of Suspended Breakwater

• Pile group
• Suspended wave breaker

Design of Compound Structure

• Dimension of the berm
• Breakwater design

Field Data and Study Cases

Problems and Discussion