Böcker av Neil S. (Colorado State University Grigg

Water Resources ManagementA thorough and authoritative handbook to the foundations of water resources managementIn Water Resources Management: Principles, Methods, and Tools, distinguished engineer Dr. Neil S. Grigg delivers a comprehensive guide to the water resources industry, the technical methods and tools that professionals in that industry use, and the concepts and issues that animate the discipline. The author also provides expansive case studies that highlight real-world applications of the ideas discussed within.The book offers practical content, including discussion questions, practice problems, and project examples, while presenting a cross-disciplinary perspective ideal for those studying to be civil or environmental engineers, urban planners, environmental scientists, or professionals in other disciplines.Water Resources Management covers the foundational knowledge required by professionals working in the field alongside practical content that connects readers with how the discipline functions in the real world. It also includes:* A thorough introduction to the framework of the water industry, including discussions of water resources and services for people and the environment* In-depth explorations of technical methods and tools, including hydrology as the science of water accounting* Fulsome discussions of water resources management concepts and issues, including models and data analytics to support decision-making* Expansive treatments of water-related failures, accidents, and malevolent activityPerfect for civil and environmental engineering students studying water resources planning and management, Water Resources Management: Principles, Methods, and Tools will also earn a place in the libraries of practicing engineers, government officials, and consultants working in water management and policy.

A road map for public works and utility professionals, this second edition provides clear and practical guidance for the life-cycle management of water infrastructure systems. Highlighting the latest developments in asset management, it explains how to plan, budget, design, construct, and manage the physical infrastructure. The book blends knowledge from management fields such as facilities, finance, and maintenance with information about the unique technical attributes of water, wastewater, and stormwater systems. The author offers best practices and tools to help you meet the challenges posed by aging infrastructure.