JBA Consulting Training Guide 2017 by JBA Consulting

JBA CONSULTING | TRAINING GUIDE 2017

We have provided comprehensive training to the water and environment industry since 1995. In that time we have delivered over 2,500 days of training. We offer a wide range of programmes covering environmental management, ecology, flood risk management, hydrology, hydromorphology, hydraulics, and the use of GIS. Tutors with years of practical experience will guide you through the course material, sharing their knowledge with you. Our courses are available as part of an open programme with scheduled dates throughout the year. We are also happy to talk to you about a bespoke programme, developed to meet your specific requirements, at a venue and time suited to your exact needs.

Postgraduate training JBA is working in partnership with two world-class universities, Lancaster University and the University of Leeds, to offer accredited postgraduate training for water and environmental management professionals.

BOOKING DETAILS You can book a course online at www.jbaconsulting.com. We will then confirm your booking in writing and issue a formal invoice. Provisional bookings can be made by contacting: Felicity Clarke on 01756 799919 or at felicity.clarke@jbaconsulting.com See page 53 for further details.

CONTENTS POST GRADUATE TRAINING IN FLOOD AND COASTAL RISK MANAGEMENT

POST GRADUATE TRAINING IN ENVIRONMENTAL WATER CONSULTANCY

CATCHMENT HYDROLOGY AND MODELLING

COASTAL FLOOD AND EROSION RISK MANAGEMENT

ECOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENT

FLOOD RISK MANAGEMENT MODEL AUDITING AND MANAGEMENT

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RIVER AND CATCHMENT RESTORATION

RIVER HYDRAULICS AND MODELLING SOFTWARE TRAINING

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CIRIA TRAINING COURSE CULVERT DESIGN AND OPERATION 52 HOW TO BOOK 53 TRAINERS

POSTGRADUATE TRAINING LANCASTER ENVIRONMENT CENTRE – FLOOD AND COASTAL RISK MANAGEMENT Now in its third year, this unique course provides flexible and accessible postgraduate training focused on the practical application of skills and best practice techniques.

responsibilities), private consultancy, infrastructure and asset owners, catchment managers, environmental NGOs and national agencies such as the Environment Agency.

Delegates can choose to study a diverse range of topics, from flood modelling and hydraulic processes to sustainable catchment systems and SuDS design. The concepts of risk and uncertainty, in particular their interpretation and impact on decision making in real world situations, are a central theme of each module.

Flexible delivery enables delegates to continue working whilst studying and the course can be started at any time throughout the year. Delegates can study part-time over a maximum of five years, choosing from the following CIWEM accredited modules to work towards the qualification of their choice (MSc, PgDip, PgCert or CPD):

The modules are delivered by industry leading practitioners from JBA Consulting, combining our technical expertise with LEC’s research-led teaching excellence.

• Catchment Hydrology and Assessment • River Hydraulics: Processes, Structures and Modelling • Integrated Systems for Sustainable Surface Water Management • Forecasting and Extreme Event Response • Coastal Erosion and Flood Risk Management • Sustainable Floodplain Management • and River Resortation

The course was accredited by CIWEM in 2016, who commended the unique collaboration between academia and industry, highlighting the “full integration of research and innovation with the taught modules”, as well as the “range of facilities available and the hands-on applied learning approach.” The CIWEM Accreditation Panel acknowledged “students spoke very highly of the course and in particular its direct relevance to industry and the transferrable experience the course offered to take back into the workplace.” The course provides essential practical skills for a wide range of professionals and organisations including local authorities (in particular those with new flood risk management

Individual modules can also be taken at Lancaster University or be delivered off-site as short courses to support continuous professional development. For more information on each module, see pages 5 – 7, and visit link.

CATCHMENT HYDROLOGY AND ASSESSMENT: LEC.444 This module brings together the latest methods and applied techniques in catchment hydrology and modelling. It will provide delegates with a solid foundation in the key concepts in hydrology, hydrometrics and basic hydrological processes operating at a catchment scale. Delegates will understand how to use hydrological data, interpret results and communicate design flood estimates and uncertainty to the public. Who should attend? The course is particularly relevant to design engineers, practitioners involved in flood risk management, highway and urban drainage designers, development control and consenting officers and catchment managers. Tutors Dr Maxine Zaidman BSc CEnv MCIWEM C.WEM Duncan Faulkner MSc DIC MA FCIWEM C.WEM CSci For more information please see link.

RIVER HYDRAULICS: PROCESSES, STRUCTURES AND MODELLING: LEC.445 This module covers the key hydraulic processes, the impact of structures and provides an overview of the generic types of river model. Delegates will learn how to select the most appropriate model for a particular application for flood risk management (flood warning, flood risk mapping for spatial and emergency planning, broad scale screening studies, detailed feasibility and design of flood mitigation measures). Commercially available 1D, 2D and integrated models will be introduced, along with their data requirements, capabilities and applications including flood studies, sediment transport and tidal/coastal modelling. It will utilise case studies and involve hands-on modelling although no previous experience is required. Hydraulic principles relating to good river weir and culvert design will be demonstrated using a hydraulic flume. Who should attend? The course is aimed at design engineers, practitioners involved in flood risk management, highway and urban drainage designers, development control and consenting officers and catchment managers. Tutors Jeremy Benn FREng MA MSc FICE FCIWEM C.WEM MASCE MIEI CEng Dr Neil Hunter BSc MCIWEM C.WEM For more information please see link.

“The standard of the presentations and notes was excellent. The delivery was also excellent, the participation exercises broke up the lectures well. All in all a fantastic course. Thanks!”

“Outstanding course delivery engaging, logical and informative. Highly recommended for students in future years”

30 CPD hours

15 (5 days of teaching) Credits

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Lancaster Environment Centre

October 2017

Lancaster Environment Centre

1-3 February 2017

16-17 February 2017 |5

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INTEGRATED SYSTEMS FOR SUSTAINABLE SURFACE WATER MANAGEMENT: LEC.446 This module provides students with an introduction to flood risk management in the context of UK policies, legislation and spatial planning. It provides a foundation in flood risk related responsibilities and assessment and introduces the key concepts in urban hydrology and sustainable drainage systems (SuDS). Practical application of SuDS, in the context of the emerging guidance and legislation, will be covered using case studies of SuDS implementation in a variety of situations. Students will learn about the design of SuDS systems, from outline design concepts to assessment of performance, estimation of flow and water quality loading. Who should attend? The module is particularly relevant to engineers and other specialists working in development control or the design of new infrastructure. Consultants and developers involved with planning applications or flood risk/drainage impact assessments are also welcomed. As well as flood management authorities and catchment managers seeking to implement sustainable water management practices.

FORECASTING AND EXTREME EVENT RESPONSE: LEC.447 This module covers the latest hydrological and meteorological forecasting methods and the concepts and processes involved in flow forecasting. It introduces commercially available models for real time flood forecasting and warning systems and the concepts of variability, uncertainty and accuracy in short term forecasting. Students will also cover longer term climate prediction and the concepts and principals of uncertainty. The module includes a simulated flood response exercise to enable students to understand how forecasting is applied and how uncertainty and variability in forecasting is dealt with in a real world context and influences the decision making process. Who should attend? The module is aimed at a wide range of practitioners who are involved in flood risk management, community flood resilience, preparedness and response to flooding events, for example, flood evacuation planning to accompany Flood Risk Assessments. Tutors

Tutors Dr Jenni Essex BSc MSc CEnv MCIWEM C.WEM Rene Dobson BEng CEng MICE Howard Keeble MPhil BEng BSc CEng CEnv CSci MICE MCIWEM C.WEM

Professor Rob Lamb BA MA PhD MBCS Paul Wass BA MSc MBCS MCIWEM C.WEM Sophie Dusting BSc MEPS For more information please see link.

For more information please see link.

“It was very useful to be tutored by experts in the field with in depth and practical knowledge of the module content”

“Really enjoyed the course and thought the lecturers were friendly, knowledgeable and very approachable”

30 CPD hours

15 (5 days of teaching) Credits

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Lancaster Environment Centre

May 2018

Lancaster Environment Centre

February 2018

POST GRADUATE TRAINING

COASTAL EROSION AND FLOOD RISK MANAGEMENT: LEC.448 This module will provide a solid foundation in the processes that lead to coastal erosion and flood risk, including tides, storm surges and waves. It will introduce estimation and computational techniques used to calculate extreme sea level and wave heights and for the production of tidalgraphs for flood inundation modelling. Students will also cover coastal asset management, design and planning considerations. The module will be delivered in the context of applying these technical approaches and concepts to decision making faced by coastal asset owners, planners, and developers. It will also introduce the concepts of predicting climate change impacts, uncertainty and how to incorporate these into flood risk management. Who should attend? The module is particularly relevant for coastal asset owners, planners, and developers. It will also be of interest to professionals and managers who wish to update their knowledge of extreme sea level science.

Tutors Dr Mark Lawless BSc MSc CSci CEnv MCIWEM C.WEM Graham Kenn BSc MSc CEng MICE CEnv MCIWEM C.WEM Ann-Marie Moon BSc MSc CEng MICE

SUSTAINABLE FLOODPLAIN MANAGEMENT AND RIVER RESTORATION: LEC.449 This module will introduce a geomorphological approach to sustainable floodplain management and river restoration. Based on case studies and examples of river restoration projects, the module will be delivered in the context of the developing legislative and policy drivers, eg. the Water Framework Directive (WFD). The module will cover the impact of land use and land management practices on rivers and how to incorporate flood risk management considerations into successful catchment and river restoration. It will also include a field trip to visit an example of a restored river system, demonstrating assessment techniques and providing case study material to support the design of a river restoration scheme as part of the assessment. Who should attend? The module is aimed at catchment managers and practitioners requiring an understanding of geomorphology and hydromorphology and those who are seeking a more catchment-wide perspective for flood relief planning, WFD related compliance and strategic restoration studies. It will provide an opportunity to discuss with the tutors and other attendees, the best practice approaches to (and experiences in) applying methods in river geomorphology/ hydromorphology. Tutors Matthew Hemsworth BSc MSc MCIWEM C.WEM Kieran Sheehan BSc MSc PGCE CEnv MCIEEM MIfL

For more information please see link.

“Outstanding course delivery, engaging, logical and informative. Very comprehensive notes complimenting high standard slides”

“Excellent course for both students and practitioners”

30 CPD hours

15 (5 days of teaching) Credits

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Lancaster Environment Centre

2018

Lancaster Environment Centre

10-12 May 2017 25-26 May 2017 |7

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UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS ENVIRONMENTAL WATER CONSULTANCY The MSc in Environmental Water Consultancy is currently the only course in the world that offers training in environmental water management with a specific focus on consultancy. Building on the University of Leeds’s world-class reputation for waterrelated research, it delivers highly practical business-focused training to prepare graduates for a role in water consultancy. Delegates can work towards a qualification of their choice (MSc, PgDip, PgCert) or can choose to take individual modules as CPD. JBA Consulting is delivering the following modules, both of which are available as standalone CPD: • Contract Development • Project Management

CONTRACT DEVELOPMENT

PROJECT MANAGEMENT

This module aims to equip students with the skills and knowledge to effectively develop, negotiate and manage contracts in the water consultancy sector. It will introduce the common types of contracts and tools that are used in water consultancy, including the key terms and principles of contract law, intellectual property law, communication and contract documentation, drawing on UK, EU and international case studies. The topics covered are water sector specific and focus on providing students with practical skills that will be directly applied in a role in a water consultancy.

This module aims to equip students with the skills and knowledge to effectively manage projects in a water consultancy context. It will introduce the key principles of project management, drawing on case studies of current UK, EU and international best practise. The topics covered are water sector specific and focus on providing students with practical skills that will be directly applied in a role in a water consultancy.

Tutors Jeremy Benn FREng MA MSc CEng C.WEM FICE FCIWEM MASCE MIEI Marc Pinnell BSc MSc MCIWEM C.WEM Kathryn Taylor LLB Craig Burnam LLB

Tutors Gary Deakin BSc CEng MICE David Kearney BSc MSc MCIWEM C.WEM Joanne Chillingworth BSc MSc MCIWEM C.WEM

For more information please see link.

5 x 6 hour seminars

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University of Leeds

January – March 2017

University of Leeds

March – May 2017

“The presentation was delivered at a good pace for the complex subject material” Richard Campbell, Derbyshire County Council Flood Estimation Handbook (FEH)

“Great basis for understanding the term drought and the analysis that is involved” John Birkhead, United Utilities Understanding and Assessing Hydrological Drought

CATCHMENT HYDROLOGY AND MODELLING

INTRODUCTION TO THE FLOOD ESTIMATION HANDBOOK

FLOOD ESTIMATION HANDBOOK

Overview Introducing the Flood Estimation Handbook (FEH) to provide you with more confidence in undertaking, understanding and reviewing calculations which use the FEH methods. It can be run as a one day or two day course. The two day course provides delegates with the opportunity to use the software themselves, either informally or using formal exercises, and to benefit from the tutor providing one-to-one assistance.

Overview This course provides hands-on use of the Flood Estimation Handbook (FEH) methods.

Who should attend Those with little or no flood hydrology experience who will be estimating design flows or who will be managing hydrologists/hydrological assessments. Course objectives • To provide an overview of the FEH • To provide a guide to using and applying the key aspects of the FEH methods • To introduce the software used to apply the methods and demonstrate its application

It covers all the latest guidance and findings from research including the ReFH2 method, FEH13 design rainfalls, small catchments research and FEH Local guidance. The course is led by experienced tutors who can provide a unique blend of inside knowledge, of the FEH research, and many years of practical experience of implementing the FEH methods on a wide variety of catchments. Who should attend The course is aimed at those who will be using the FEH methods to estimate design flows. You should have basic knowledge of flood hydrology and will be using the FEH methods to estimate design flows. Course objectives • Understand the key principles of the FEH • Understand the steps involved in the FEH statistical and ReFH1/2 methods

Topics covered • Basics of hydrological processes and flood hydrology • Sources of information for flood flow estimation • How to apply the FEH methods and an introduction to the available software

• Know how to use the FEH web service, WINFAP, ReFH2 and related software • Be aware of options for dealing with unusual catchments

• How to choose a method

• Know how to record and check the calculations in accordance with industry guidelines

• Introduction to recording and checking calculations

• Understand common pitfalls and how to avoid them.

• Exercises via interactive demonstrations led by the tutor to reinforce understanding

Trainers

Trainer

Duncan Faulkner MSc DIC MA FCIWEM C.WEM CSci Dr Jenni Essex BSc MSc CEnv MCIWEM C.WEM Dr Vicky Shackle BSc MCIWEM C.WEM

Dr Jenni Essex BSc MSc CEnv MCIWEM C.WEM Related courses • FLOOD ESTIMATION HANDBOOK (FEH) • FLOOD ESTIMATION HANDBOOK REFRESHER

6 or 12 CPD/CET points ONE OR TWO DAY COURSE

Related courses • FLOOD ESTIMATION HANDBOOK - REFRESHER • URBAN HYDROLOGY • FLOOD HYDROLOGY FOR NON-SPECIALISTS

12 CPD/CET points TWO DAY COURSE

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£275 + VAT per person (one day)

Dates scheduled on demand

£500 + VAT per person

22-23 February 2017 Warrington

£500 + VAT per person (two day)

5-6 July 2017 Newport 10 |

CATCHMENT HYDROLOGY AND MODELLING

FLOOD ESTIMATION HANDBOOK REFRESHER

FLOW FORECASTING SIMULATION USING PDM

Overview A one day update course intended to familiarise you with recent developments in UK flood estimation.

Overview Covering the theory and application of the Probability Distributed Moisture rainfall-runoff model (PDM) and this course concentrates on applications in real time flood forecasting. Lessons and exercises are based on the theory of the PDM as published by its original authors at the Centre for Ecology and Hydrology (CEH). The course includes hands-on use of a version of the PDM model developed by JBA. The course material is therefore applicable to the PDM as deployed within the Environment Agency’s National Flood Forecasting System (NFFS).

Who should attend Hydrologists who have some knowledge of the Flood Estimation Handbook (FEH) through attendance on a previous FEH course and practical application. Course objectives To enable you to confidently use the latest FEH methods.

Who should attend

Topics covered • New methods for urban catchments • FEH13 rainfall frequency statistics • FEH web service for catchment descriptors • ReFH2 model

Flood forecasting specialists, hydrologists or engineers with an interest in continuous rainfall-runoff modelling. The course is technically rigorous, although it is not necessary to have prior experience with the PDM. Course objectives

• New methods for small catchments • FEH Local: incorporating local data to flood estimation • Implications for greenfield runoff, urban and permeable catchments

To gain expertise in calibration of the PDM with an emphasis on real time flow forecasting applications, backed up by theoretical understanding of the model structure and parameters.

• Latest guidance from regulators Trainer

• Flood estimation masterclass

Paul Wass BA MSc MBCS MCIWEM C.WEM

Trainer Duncan Faulkner MSc DIC MA FCIWEM C.WEM CSci

Related courses • FLOOD ESTIMATION HANDBOOK (FEH)

6 CPD/CET points ONE DAY COURSE

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£275 + VAT per person

15 March 2017 Edinburgh

£275 + VAT per person

Dates scheduled on demand

6 September 2017 Coleshill | 11

CATCHMENT HYDROLOGY AND MODELLING

FLOOD HYDROLOGY FOR NON-SPECIALISTS

FLOOD STUDIES UPDATE

Overview An introduction to hydrological processes involved when river flows are high. The purpose is to introduce some of the standard techniques used when carrying out flood design studies but in the context of the flow processes involved so that some understanding of the limitations, as well as the strengths, of these techniques will be developed. The course covers the main methods within the FEH but excludes more specialised topics such as application to small, urban or permeable catchments. These topics, together with more exercises and case studies, are covered in JBA’s two day Flood Estimation Handbook (FEH) course.

Overview The Flood Studies Update (FSU) provides a new set of procedures for flood estimation in Ireland. After nine years of research the FSU methods and online portal were launched in 2014. This course provides an introduction to the FSU methods and gives you hands-on experience of the new software. Led by experienced tutors who can provide a unique blend of inside knowledge of the FSU research and extensive practical experience of implementing the full range of FSU methods on a wide variety of catchments. No previous experience of flood estimation is necessary, although some knowledge of hydrology will be helpful.

Who should attend

Design engineers, modellers from consultancies involved in flood risk management, highway and urban drainage designers, and development control and consenting officers. It assumes little previous knowledge of hydrology.

The course is aimed at those who will be using the FEH methods to estimate design flows. You should have basic knowledge of flood hydrology and will be using the FEH methods to estimate design flows.

Course objectives

• Consider hydrological processes involved when river flows are high, especially in flood conditions

• Understand the key principles of the FSU approach to flood estimation

• Introduce standard techniques for flood design studies

• Understand the steps involved in estimating design peak flows and hydrographs

• Apply techniques to real problems • Understand the strengths and limitations of these techniques

• Know how to use the FSU web portal along with other software where appropriate

Trainer

• Know what to consider when selecting a method

Dr Maxine Zaidman BSc CEnv MCIWEM C.WEM

• Understand the continuing role of older methods such as FSR rainfall-runoff

Related courses • FLOOD ESTIMATION HANDBOOK (FEH) • URBAN HYDROLOGY • SUSTAINABLE DRAINAGE SYSTEMS (SuDS)

• Be aware of the options for dealing with unusual catchments

12 CPD/CET points TWO DAY COURSE

Trainer Duncan Faulkner MSc DIC MA FCIWEM C.WEM CSci

6 CPD/CET points ONE DAY COURSE

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£500 + VAT per person

7-8 February 2017 Skipton

£275 + VAT per person

Dates scheduled on demand

6-7 June 2017 Coleshill 12 |

CATCHMENT HYDROLOGY AND MODELLING

UNDERSTANDING AND ASSESSING HYDROLOGICAL DROUGHT Overview This one day training course deals with low flow occurrence in rivers in the UK and Ireland. Its three main objectives are to provide an understanding of flow processes for low flows, provide an overview of methods to analyse low flows and provide some understanding and guidance of when and where these methods should provide useful results. It will be presented in four sessions with case studies and hands-on exercises. The exercises will assume a working knowledge of Microsoft Excel. Who should attend Non-specialists who require an overview of the hydrology of low flows and an introduction to the standard techniques of low flow analysis. It is particularly relevant to those involved in water resource management, the ecological management of rivers, licensing of abstractions or discharges to rivers of chemicals or other potential pollutants. Course objectives After the course delegates will understand: • Hydrological processes and their link to low flows • Flow measurement during low flow conditions • Techniques for analysing low flows • Impacts of low flow Trainer Dr Maxine Zaidman BSc CEnv MCIWEM C.WEM Related courses • URBAN HYDROLOGY • INTRODUCTION TO MANAGEMENT OF SENSITIVE WATER ENVIRONMENTS

6 CPD/CET points ONE DAY COURSE

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£275 + VAT per person

16 March 2017 Warrington 6 December 2017 Skipton | 13

“This course provides a great all-round general introduction to coastal flood processes, modelling methodologies and extreme values” Darroch Kaye, Scottish Environmental Protection Agency Introduction to Coastal Processes and Management

COASTAL FLOOD AND EROSION RISK MANAGEMENT

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COASTAL FLOOD AND EROSION RISK MANAGEMENT

COASTAL FLOOD MODELLING & FORECASTING

INTRODUCTION TO COASTAL PROCESSES AND MANAGEMENT

Overview This course explores the drivers of coastal flood risk and the modelling and analytical approaches that have been developed to predict, forecast and prepare for it. We demonstrate that whilst flood modelling and forecasting is a complex and uncertain science, it is maturing, and we are finding intelligent ways to tighten up on uncertainty.

Overview A two day course providing a solid foundation in the processes that lead to coastal erosion and flood risk and the policies and frameworks in place to manage this risk. Day one focusses on physical processes such as tides, storm surgers, waves, sediment transport (longshore, cross shore, swash zone), coastal evolution, human impacts, climate change and uncertainty. Day two will then move into coastal policy, including management options (retreat/advance/hold the line) and types of defences (recharge/nourishment, revetments, breakwaters etc.) The course will provide an introduction to appraisal techniques such as economic appraisal, and multicriteria assessments that can be used to select the referred approach for coastal protection, and presents an overview of the design processes, criteria and methods.

Who should attend Those involved in estimating extreme sea levels and wave heights for applications such as flood mapping, flood warning and Flood Risk Assessments. It will also be of interest to professionals and managers who are reviewing coastal studies, or to those who wish to update their knowledge of extreme sea level science.

Who should attend

Course objectives On completion of this course attendees should be able to: • Understand the key drivers of coastal flood risk Have an increased knowledge of: • Coastal flood risk drivers (e.g. tides, surges, waves, etc) • Methods available for the analysis of flood risk drivers (boundary conditions) • Coastal flood modelling approaches • Coastal flood forecasting Trainer Dr Mark Lawless BSc MSc CSci CEnv MCIWEM C.WEM

This is designed as an introductory course for a wide audience of managers, planners, engineers, scientists or modellers requiring an overview of coastal processes, either as a foundation knowledge or to support further courses. It will be delivered in a context of understanding the risks facing our coastline plus the selection and review of different management approaches available. Course objectives Following the course, delegates should have an understanding of the different coastal processes, the drivers of coastal risk, future impacts due to climate change and the use of different management approaches to mitigate coastal risk. It will include an understanding of different management approaches and defence options, their benefits and potential impacts, how they can be assessed and how a preferred design is selected. This knowledge will also support further courses in coastal design, asset management, modelling and calculation of extremes. Trainers Anne-Marie Moon BSc MSc CEng MICE Paul Bowerman BSc MSc

12 CPD/CET points TWO DAY COURSE

6 CPD/CET points ONE DAY COURSE

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£275 + VAT per person

26 April 2017 Warrington

£500 + VAT per person

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22 November 2017 Haywards Heath | 15

COASTAL FLOOD AND EROSION RISK MANAGEMENT

CALCULATING COASTAL EXTREMES AND WAVE OVERTOPPING

COASTAL STRUCTURES AND DESIGN

Overview This course introduces the approaches used to calculate extreme coastal conditions, including sea levels, surges, nearshore waves, and their joint (or multivariate) probability of occurrence. The course provides further knowledge of wave overtopping, including theory, analytical calculations, numerical modelling and physical modelling. It will introduce the best practice guidance from the EurOtop manual (and updates) that are used when performing wave overtopping and coastal Flood Risk Assessments, including design criteria, tolerable thresholds, and calculation approaches. It includes several hands-on tutorials and a physical wave overtopping demonstration using the JBA Trust demonstration wave tank.

Overview This course will provide further knowledge of coastal engineering design, including criteria, calculations and conceptual design. It will introduce the standards used to select design criteria, including loads, risk and lifetime considerations. It will provide information on the techniques used to undertake design calculations, and will include a tutorial for undertaking empirical and physical wave overtopping calculations. It will be delivered in the context of applying technical approaches to enable coastal asset owners and planners to review coastal engineering reports and perform simple checks to verify design parameters.

Who should attend Both a technical audience or those wanting to increase their knowledge on coastal extremes would benefit from attending this course. It is applicable for engineers and scientists undertaking coastal flood risk assessments, coastal processes assessments or hazard studies. Equally, those reviewing submitted studies or reports, developing planning studies or having exposure to coastal extremes would benefit from the course. Course objectives Following the course, delegates should have an understanding of the different coastal processes, coastal extremes and how they can interact. You will have the ability to perform simple overtopping assessments to check calculations, or undertake more detailed calculations using the EurOtop Neural Network. You will have an understanding of the uncertainty involved in wave overtopping calculations, having observed the processes through a physical wave tank. This knowledge will also support further courses in coastal design, asset management, modelling and calculation of extremes.

Who should attend Coastal engineers and managers who need to know more about coastal engineering design, including standards, criteria and calculations for conceptual design. Course objectives • • • • • • •

Understand the key coastal processes leading to a coastal risk and how these are mitigated Understand the key design criteria, standards and best practice guidance used in the UK Understand the types of coastal structures in use Understand design criteria such as standard of protection, design life and encounter probability Have the ability to undertake simple design calculations including: wave height, overtopping and loads Understand levels of confidence for analytical, numerical and physical modelling calculations Be able to propose alternative solutions by understanding key coastal processes, and design considerations

Trainers Alexander Dane BSc MSc Graham Kenn BSc MSc CEng MICE CEnv MCIWEM C.WEM

Trainers Anne-Marie Moon BSc MSc CEng MICE Alexander Dane BSc MSc Fay Fishford BSc MSc 6 CPD/CET points ONE DAY COURSE

6 CPD/CET points ONE DAY COURSE

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£275 + VAT per person

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£275 + VAT per person

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COASTAL FLOOD AND EROSION RISK MANAGEMENT

COASTAL ASSET MANAGEMENT

COASTAL FLOOD MODELLING USING TUFLOW

Overview This course will provide knowledge of asset management objectives and how they relate to the management of coastal defences. It will introduce the standards and best-practice guidelines that are used when performing whole-life cycle planning, visual conditions inspections, and planning for asset deterioration and renewals. It includes several handson tutorials where attendees undertake classroom based assessments of asset condition and remaining life, which is followed up with a day of in-field visual inspection surveys of a range of coastal defences. It will be delivered in the context of applying technical approaches to enable coastal asset managers to assess asset condition, schedule actions, and prepare management plans.

Overview This course describes approaches to flood inundation mapping using numerical models in the coastal zone. It provides a background to numerical models (2D hydrodynamic models, 1D-2D hydrodynamic models) and their practical applications. It will introduce the TUFLOW software and through a series of tutorials describe how to run a TUFLOW model, view and analyse the results, and modify the model. It provides a discussion on model calibration and finally considers how you evaluate the quality of a model. Who should attend

Who should attend Anyone responsible for the management or maintenance of coastal defence assets and those involved with coastal asset management decision making.

The course is designed for both a technical audience or those wanting to increase their knowledge of numerical modelling in the coastal zone. It is applicable for engineers and scientists undertaking flood mapping projects, coastal flood risk assessments, or those working in the coastal zone. Equally, those reviewing submitted model outputs, studies or reports would benefit from the course.

Course objectives

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Understand the issues associated with the asset management cycle and best-practice documents Understand deterioration, failure and breach processes Understand how to plan maintenance, improvement and emergency interventions Ability to undertake in-field visual condition assessments, and estimate the remaining life of a structure

Trainers Alexander Dane BSc MSc Graham Kenn BSc MSc CEng MICE CEnv MCIWEM C.WEM

12 CPD/CET points TWO DAY COURSE

Understand 1D-2D modelling principles, governing equations and basic parameters Have the ability to run, modify, view and analyse the results of a simple TUFLOW model Have an understanding of the importance of model calibration and the uncertainties and limitations involved in flood inundation modelling

Trainer Ian Gaskell BSc MSc PgCert

6 CPD/CET points ONE DAY COURSE

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£500 + VAT per person

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£275 + VAT per person

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COASTAL FLOOD AND EROSION RISK MANAGEMENT

WAVE MODELLING USING SWAN

Overview Information on the offshore wave climate is often available from either buoys or, more commonly, national wave models. As waves travel into the nearshore or any shallower region (for example sandbanks) they undergo several transformations including depth-induced breaking, shoaling and refraction. SWAN (Simulating Waves Near Shore) is a phase averaged, third-generation wave model ideally suited for use in coastal regions and inland waters. SWAN was developed at Delft University of Technology and is freely available. This course provides an overview of wave transformation theory and explores the representation of waves within numerical models. Through hands-on tutorials you will be shown how to set-up and run SWAN, including pre-processing data to create model meshes and post-processing to view results, using the open source Blue Kenue software. Who should attend Anyone who is going to perform SWAN modelling or use SWAN modelling results in their job, for example coastal engineers and scientists in local government and consultancies. No previous experience of running computational wave models is required. Course objectives • • • • • • •

Gain an understanding of wave generation and transformation processes Be able to generate model grids Understand the SWAN model settings, and corresponding steering file keywords Be able to run SWAN Understand model calibration and validation process Be able to analyse and plot results using Blue Kenue Have the ability to critically review the key elements of a SWAN model

Trainer Fay Fishford BSc MSc

12 CPD/CET points TWO DAY COURSE

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£500 + VAT per person

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JBA Trust Demonstration Wave Overtopping Tank The tank is used to demonstrate wave overtopping and defence design principles, and has several interchangeable defences including vertical and recurved walls, sloped and stepped revetments, offshore breakwaters and rock armour. It offers a hands-on approach to consolidate the theory and technical elements presented throughout several courses. It is also an excellent and engaging way to bring the concepts discussed alive and provides a unique learning experience.

Watch the wave tank demonstration here.

“Excellent course, great course notes for future reference” Lyndsey Hall, Redcar and Cleveland Council Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS)

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ECOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENT

COMMON STANDARDS MONITORING (CSM)

ENVIRONMENTAL AWARENESS: ECOLOGY

Overview This is a systematic survey technique used by Natural England to assess the condition of the habitats within Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI). This Condition Monitoring is a key function of Natural England and the results of these surveys are fed back into the condition status of sections of an SSSI on Natural England’s website. There are a number of different survey methods used in condition assessment, depending on the nature of the habitat being assessed. This course will focus on the CSM guidance for ditches, standing water and Lowland Wetland and will be held at a nature reserve near Doncaster.

Overview This half day training course will look at current legislation and the often overlooked environmental and ecological responsibilities that need consideration at the earliest stages of engineering schemes (flood defence schemes, drainage schemes and Network Rail infrastructure and maintenance works). The course will look at issues such as protected species, designated sites, non-native invasive species, archaeology and cultural heritage. There will also be a discussion of the common pitfalls and how to avoid them. Who should attend

Who should attend Trainee ecologists, botanists, land managers and conservation volunteers would all benefit from this course.

Developers, utility and transport contractors and operators would all benefit from this course. Course objectives

Course objectives Be able to identify habitats in the field • Be able to carry out a structured walk • Know how to construct a grapnel and use it to sample aquatic vegetation • Understand how a CSM survey is carried out and be able to interpret results •

Trainer Laura Thomas BA MRes PgCert CEcol MCIEEM

You will have an understanding of the environmental legislation and policies that apply and be able to plan and undertake work to ensure compliance with legislation and policy, in a method which will ultimately lead to cost savings. We can tailor a training course to suit scheme designers and contractors to ensure all parties are aware of and meet their legal obligations. Trainer Christopher Toop BSc Related courses • ENVIRONMENTAL AWARENESS: COMPLIANCE AND RISK MANAGEMENT • LAND DRAINAGE LAW IN ENGLAND AND/OR WALES • ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT FOR WATER LEVEL MANAGEMENT • INTRODUCTION TO MANAGEMENT OF SENSITIVE WATER ENVIRONMENT

6 CPD/CET points ONE DAY COURSE

3 CPD/CET points HALF DAY COURSE

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£275 + VAT per person

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£150 + VAT per person

9 February 2017 Doncaster 20 July 2017 Warrington

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ECOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENT

ENVIRONMENTAL AWARENESS: COMPLIANCE AND RISK MANAGEMENT Overview Development, infrastructure and civil engineering carry a multitude of risks to the environment and are controlled by a complicated legislative structure with ever-changing goalposts. There is a recognisable need for the provision of advice and guidance in order to navigate through the regulatory maze.

ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSIBILITIES OF LAND DRAINAGE AUTHORITIES Overview There is a wide range of environmental legislation and policy that applies to drainage bodies when carrying out their functions. This course will provide an overview that includes legal duties relating to conservation and biodiversity, protected species, non-native species, the Water Framework Directive and government policy requirements.

Who should attend Health and safety advisors, site managers, designers, planners, local authority, sub-contractors, supply chain. The course is delivered in a classroom environment with a mixture of presentation and learning activities. Course content • Regulatory framework and liability • Environmental management systems and risk assessments • Pollution prevention and control • Waste management • Oil and materials storage • Resource management and contaminated land • Ecology • Nuisance • Energy efficiency and carbon management • Environmental monitoring and compliance Course objectives This course will teach you the basics of environmental awareness and allow you to identify environmental aspects and impacts. It will provide an understanding of how to plan, design, and monitor the works to reduce environmental risks and ensure compliance with environmental legislation.

Who should attend Those working in the land drainage/flood risk management sector that require an understanding of the environmental legislation, policies that apply to them, and how these may impact upon their activities. This includes the Environment Agency, Internal Drainage Boards and local authorities. Course objectives You will have an understanding of the environmental legislation and policies that apply and be able to plan and undertake your work to ensure compliance with the legislation and policy. Trainer Rachael Brady BSc MSc PgCert MCIEEM Related courses • LAND DRAINAGE LAW IN ENGLAND AND/OR WALES • ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT FOR WATER LEVEL MANAGEMENT • INTRODUCTION TO MANAGEMENT OF SENSITIVE WATER ENVIRONMENTS

Trainer Christopher Toop BSc Related courses • ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSIBILITIES OF LAND DRAINAGE AUTHORITIES • ENVIRONMENTAL AWARENESS: ECOLOGY

6 CPD/CET points ONE DAY COURSE

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£275 + VAT per person

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£275 + VAT per person

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ECOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENT

ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENTS (EIA) FOR WATER LEVEL MANAGEMENT Overview Almost all land drainage improvement works undertaken by drainage bodies are “permitted development” under the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) Order 1995 and therefore exempt from planning permission. Since such works might have significant effects on the environment, the principles of Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) need to be applied to them. This is done through the Environmental Impact Assessment (Land Drainage Improvement) Regulations 1999 (as amended).

FUNDAMENTALS OF HYDROECOLOGY

Overview Hydroecology is the study of the interaction of water and ecology. In fluvial systems, a key driver of the nature of a given aquatic community is the physical habitat available resulting from the interaction of river flow and geomorphology. This is complex as it varies both spatially and temporally, but an understanding of these interactions is fundamental to both improving and preventing deterioration of river ecosystems.

This course considers the EIA process in the context of land drainage/flood risk management works. It explains the processes and procedures involved, and uses a number of case studies to illustrate EIA in practice.

Who should attend Anybody interested in developing their knowledge of hydroecology, in particular those involved in river restoration, abstraction consenting, WFD assessment or any type of instream works, in either the public, private or third sector.

Who should attend

Course objectives

Those working in the land drainage/flood risk management sector that require an understanding of how the EIA Regulations apply to them, the processes involved and the constraints it may impose on their activities.

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Understanding of the fundamental relationships between flow and ecology Understanding of the sensitivity of ecology to flow Knowledge of the tools for understanding hydroecological processes and hydroecological change

Course objectives You will have an understanding of how the EIA Regulations apply to land drainage/flood risk management works and be able to identify when an EIA is required.

Trainer Dr David Mould BSc MSc CEnv MCIWEM C.WEM

Trainer Rachael Brady BSc MSc PgCert MCIEEM

6 CPD/CET points ONE DAY COURSE

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ECOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENT

INTRODUCTION TO PHASE 1 HABITAT SURVEY

INTRODUCTION TO MANAGEMENT OF SENSITIVE WATER ENVIRONMENTS

Overview Phase 1 Habitat Survey is a technique that is widely used in environmental appraisal: in particular it is expected as part of most planning applications and is integral to any Preliminary Ecological Appraisal. This course will introduce technique, using a combination of desk-based and fieldbased practical exercises. The course will make good use of the many habitats found on Beverly Westwood Common, which include grasslands, hedgerows, woodlands, ponds and small area of fen, to familiarise the student with scales, ecotones and indicator species.

Overview A hands-on, example driven course that provides an introduction to managing sensitive water environments. The course looks at a number of types of groundwater and surface water dependent environments which are often designated as SSSI (Sites of Special Scientific Interest).

Who should attend

A basic introduction to understanding surface water and groundwater hydrology is provided. This is then applied to a number of hydroecological environments. The basis for site monitoring and the options for site water management are explored. Who should attend

Trainee ecologists, Planners, Engineers and Developers would all benefit from this course. Course objectives • To be able to identify habitat types in the field • Acquire basic plant identification and indicator species • Understand scale and ecotone issues

People involved in site management, whether this is sites with some water-environment interest, SSSI sites, local or national nature reserves. Those involved in water level management plans, or managing wetland sites for other purposes such as flood mitigation. Course objectives

• Understand why habitat mapping a description is important

To develop a basic understanding of the processes controlling water within a site and be able to develop a monitoring plan and outline a water management strategy for a site.

Trainer

Kieran Sheehan BSc MSc CEnv MCIEEM MlfL

Jon Whitmore BSc MIFM

• Know how to create a Phase 1 Habitat Map • Know how to produce Target Notes

Related courses • ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSIBILITIES OF LAND DRAINAGE AUTHORITIES • UNDERSTANDING AND ASSESSING HYDROLOGICAL DROUGHT

6 CPD/CET points ONE DAY COURSE

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ECOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENT

SuDS AND BIODIVERSITY

Overview This one day training course looks at the basics of SuDS and how they are designed together with examples of how biodiversity can be incorporated into SuDS schemes. With a focus on the ideas rather than the detail and using case studies of designs that can be improved to benefit wildlife. Who should attend SuDS Advisory Bodies, local authority planners, engineers and other specialists working in development control or the design of new infrastructure. Course objectives • What is SuDS • Types of SuDS • Examples of SuDS in action • Benefits to biodiversity Trainer Kieran Sheehan BSc MSc PGCE CEnv MCIEEM MIfL Related courses • ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT FOR WATER LEVEL MANAGEMENT • INTRODUCTION TO MANAGEMENT OF SENSITIVE WATER ENVIRONMENTS • ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSIBILITIES OF LAND DRAINAGE AUTHORITIES

6 CPD/CET points ONE DAY COURSE

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£275 + VAT per person

27 June 2017 Warrington 29 November 2017 Doncaster

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“A very informative course covering the basics required for writing a FRA” Hayley Rudge, REC Ltd Flood Risk Assessment (FRA)

FLOOD RISK MANAGEMENT

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FLOOD RISK MANAGEMENT

ECONOMIC APPRAISAL IN FLOOD RISK MANAGEMENT

ECONOMIC APPRAISAL ADVANCED USERS COURSE

Overview

As the majority of flood risk management projects are funded by public expenditure, it is essential for spending to be prioritised and auditable. Project appraisal is a process of identification, quantification and evaluation. Economic appraisal is central to this process as it is a method of assessment that produces easy to communicate results that aid decision makers. All flood management and drainage authorities determine their flood management spending within a framework of rules laid down by HM Treasury and published in ‘The Green Book’. At the heart of this is BenefitCost Assessment.

An advanced course for those already familiar with economic appraisal wishing to learn more about quantifying some of the wider indirect and intangible aspects of flooding. This course will be hands-on with more exercises allowing you to interpret some of the lesser known elements of the MultiColoured Manual and the FCERM-AG spreadsheets. Real life case studies to help demonstrate some of the techniques and data available are used.

Designed to provide a fundamental understanding of economic assessment issues, terminology and methodologies. There will be an opportunity during the course for you to practice carrying out a benefit-cost assessment using case studies.

Who should attend Engineers and scientists with an existing knowledge of flood damage calculations, whole life costing and economic appraisal. Previous experience of the Multi-Coloured Manual and the FCERM-AG spreadsheet is essential. Course objectives • Understand breach probability and how to assess this

Who should attend Project managers, engineers, planners, and operations staff working within flood management authorities.

• Understand the difference between coastal erosion and flood inundation damages • Be able to incorporate agricultural damages • Understand the options and methods of property capping

Course objectives

• Be able to incorporate a range of indirect damages

• Understand current guidance relating to economic appraisal

• Include and quantify intangible health impacts

• Undertake flood damage calculations using MCM data

• Understand amenity benefits methodologies

• Understand the process of assessing benefits and costs as part of the Benefit-Cost Assessment

• Consider temporary accommodation and evacuation losses

• Be familiar with levels of detail required for specific studies • Understand implications of key variables on costs/benefits

• Understand a range of critical infrastructure damages/ disruption

• Be familiar with standardised FCERM-AG spreadsheets

• Understand the applicability of ecosystem services within an appraisal

• Understand the decision making process

• Consider when and how to incorporate site surveys

• Be able to critically review economic appraisals

• Consider ideas on how to present of flood damages • Understand when and how to assess financial aspects

Trainers Angus Pettit BSc MSc CEnv CSci MCIWEM C.WEM Sam Willis BSc MSc CSci CEnv MCIWEM C.WEM

6 CPD/CET points ONE DAY COURSE

Trainers Angus Pettit BSc MSc CEnv CSci MCIWEM C.WEM Sam Willis BSc MSc CSci CEnv MCIWEM C.WEM 6 CPD/CET points ONE DAY OR TWO DAY COURSE

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£275 + VAT per person

8 March 2017 Coleshill

£275 + VAT per person one day

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£500 + VAT per person two day

FLOOD RISK MANAGEMENT

FLOOD RISK ASSESSMENT (FRA)

FLOOD RISK ASSESSMENT AND MODEL AUDIT REVIEW

Overview

An introductory overview of current planning policy and regulatory background behind flood risk assessment and surface water drainage (including the requirements of the Sequential and Exception Tests and Sustainable Drainage Systems). This course outlines the requirements for Flood Risk Assessments at a site specific scale for individual sites and is aimed at those undertaking studies for proposed developments. Reference will be made to the relevance of Strategic Flood Risk Assessments and Catchment Flood Management Plans. The course does not include detailed training on hydrological assessment, hydraulic modelling, or the design of SuDS, please see ‘Related courses’.

Computer models are now almost universally used to provide information on flood levels, flood extents and hydraulic capacity. The range of models is wide from simple ‘shareware’ programs to very complex integrated packages. This course provides a guide to the various generic model types and their capabilities and limitations. This knowledge is then used to show how to review the appropriateness of a particular modelling approach and the corresponding outputs and to assess whether the results are likely to be suitable. Who should attend Professionals involved in development control and consenting for flood risk management and drainage.

Who should attend Professionals carrying out Flood Risk Assessments. It is also relevant to managers and regulators involved in reviewing and approving FRAs.

Course objectives To provide the knowledge to undertake ‘high level’ reviews of models used for estimating flood levels and hydraulic capacity of drainage systems.

Course objectives To give an overview of current planning policy and the regulatory background behind the need for FRAs and surface water drainage, the scope, content and purpose of FRAs and the methodologies within these studies.

Trainers

Trainers Jack Southon BSc MSc FRGS MCIWEM C.WEM CSci CEnv Gavin Hodson BSc FdSc

Related courses

Jeremy Benn FREng MA MSc CEng C.WEM FICE FCIWEM MASCE MIEI Jack Southon BSc MSc FRGS MCIWEM C.WEM CSci CEnv

• FLOOD RISK ASSESSMENT (FRA)

Related courses • FLOOD ESTIMATION HANDBOOK (FEH) • INTRODUCTION TO HEC-RAS • URBAN HYDROLOGY • SUSTAINABLE DRAINAGE SYSTEMS (SuDS)

6 CPD/CET points ONE DAY COURSE

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£275 + VAT per person

21 February 2017 Warrington

£275 + VAT per person

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FLOOD RISK MANAGEMENT

FLOOD RISK MANAGEMENT IN SCOTLAND

INTRODUCTION TO WASTEWATER SYSTEMS

Overview

The course highlights the responsibilities of key stakeholders including the Scottish Government, Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA), local authorities, developers and land owners. It will concentrate on the practical implications of the latest legislation and guidance (including the 2009 Flood Risk Management (Scotland) Act and the Scottish Planning Policy (SPP) Planning and Flooding Guidance). It covers what it means in terms of cost and resource requirements, and how stakeholders need to respond.

The water industry’s regulators require economically efficient wastewater management that minimises the environmental impacts. Customers want efficient services which do not flood their homes. With ever increasing demands on wastewater systems (climate change, population growth and creep, new hygiene products, Water Framework Directive, carbon accounting etc) the need to understand and manage these systems has never been greater.

Who should attend Planning staff from Scottish local authorities, consultants and developers involved with planning applications, flood risk/ drainage impact assessments, management and maintenance of watercourses and flood risk management measures. Course objectives To give an overview of Scottish current planning policy and the regulatory background behind the need for FRAs and surface water drainage, the scope, content and purpose of FRAs and the methodologies within these studies.

The course provides an overview of the nature and development of wastewater systems, the assets and sources of flow, and of current practices for planning operational and capital investment. Who should attend People with some or limited experience of wastewater systems who want a general overview of the components of wastewater systems, how new systems are designed and operated, their impacts and how water companies plan the upgrade of their systems. Course objectives

David Bassett BSc MSc CEnv MCIWEM C.WEM

You will obtain a general overview of the assets that constitute wastewater systems, how these systems can fail and how systems are managed.

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FLOOD RISK ASSESSMENT

Paul Eccleston BA CertWEM CEnv MCIWEM C.WEM Related courses • URBAN HYDROLOGY • SUSTAINABLE DRAINAGE SYSTEMS (SuDS)

12 CPD/CET points TWO DAY COURSE

6 CPD/CET points ONE DAY COURSE

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10-11 May 2017 Edinburgh

£275 + VAT per person

29 March 2017 Coleshill 13 September 2017 Newport

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FLOOD RISK MANAGEMENT

LAND DRAINAGE LAW IN ENGLAND AND/OR WALES Overview The Flood and Water Management Act 2010 introduced significant changes to the way in which flooding and land drainage issues are addressed in England and Wales. It underpins a new risk management approach, clarifies roles and responsibilities and establishes an organisational framework.

PROBABILISTIC FLOOD ANALYSIS FOR ENGINEERS AND FLOOD MANAGERS Overview To introduce and explain concepts used in probabilistic flood risk modelling; to give an overview of current methods, tools and applications with guidance on their pros and cons; and to provide hands-on experience. Who should attend

Who should attend Any non-legal professional dealing with the day-to-day management and development of land with land drainage concerns. Engineers, planners and policy staff working with land drainage authorities, developers and their agents, land managers, etc. A legal background is not required. Course objectives To provide an overview and understanding of the current legislation relating to land drainage in England and/or Wales. The general philosophy behind the course is to provide: • A clear understanding of the current legislation • Practical advice on the rights, powers and duties that ensue from case law, common law and legislation • Direction to available information sources Trainers Jeremy Benn FREng MA MSc CEng C.WEM FICE FCIWEM MASCE MIEI Craig Burman LLB

Flood risk managers, flood warning/forecasting professionals and modellers interested in learning more or refreshing their knowledge of probabilistic analysis methods for flood risk assessment. This could include users of data products such as the Environment Agency’s NaFRA or tools such as MDSF2, or those reviewing probabilistic model outputs. The course will also be of interest to consultants, local authorities or water companies wanting to find out more about probabilistic risk-based methods in flood management. The course will be most beneficial to those with some understanding of flood hydrology or hydraulic modelling, but will not assume detailed prior knowledge. Course objectives The course will discuss probabilistic risk modelling both in terms of underlying concepts and practical applications. River, urban and coastal environments will be covered. • Basic concepts of risk and probabilistic modelling – what does it mean? • An introduction to the relevant aspects of probability and statistics • Approaches for combining statistical and hydraulic models • An overview of concepts, methods, tools including RASP, MDSF2, SMERF, DTI-SAM and approaches for re-using detailed hydraulic models in probabilistic modelling • How to interpret probabilistic model outputs such as NaFRA • Practical, hands-on examples based on case studies Trainer Professor Rob Lamb BA MA PhD MBCS

6 CPD/CET points ONE DAY COURSE

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5 April 2017 Coleshill

£275 + VAT per person

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FLOOD RISK MANAGEMENT

SUSTAINABLE DRAINAGE SYSTEMS (SuDS)

URBAN HYDROLOGY

Overview

This course provides an overview of the processes involved in assessing and controlling runoff from development. You may attend either or both days.

An introduction to urban hydrology and identifying how urbanisation affects runoff processes. It introduces the methods available to drain urban areas, current planning policy and guidance on flood risk and drainage, and methods available to estimate runoff rates and volumes. The course aims to provide a basic introduction to a number of aspects of the planning process.

The first day concentrates on the key concepts and the key benefits of SuDS and will be suitable for the drainage engineer needing to understand the performance and key features of SuDS systems, and also planners, developers and architects who may be interested in the other benefits of SuDS use, such as amenity, ecology, water harvesting and green infrastructure. Practical application of SuDS in the context of the emerging guidance and legislation will be discussed. It also provides an introduction to water sensitive urban design and the benefits to “liveability” which can arise from integrated SuDS use. Examples of SuDS use in a variety of situations will be given. The second day, will concentrate on the design of SuDs systems, from outline design concepts to assessment of performance. Data requirements will be discussed and the estimation of flow and water quality loading. Design examples for swales, attenuation tanks and ponds and infiltration systems will be covered to enable attendees to undertake detailed design of these features. Who should attend Engineers and other specialists working in development control or the design of new infrastructure; planners and developers; architects and masterplanners. Trainers Jeremy Benn FREng MA MSc CEng C.WEM FICE FCIWEM MASCE MIEI Paul Eccleston BA CertWEM CEnv MCIWEM C.WEM

Who should attend Those who are involved in the initial stages of planning for development, and those who may be required to review initial planning applications, with regard to flood risk and drainage. No prior knowledge of hydrology is assumed. Course objectives Following the course you should have an understanding of: • Hydrological processes in natural and developed catchments

• Drainage of urban areas including SuDS • Key industry guidance including The SuDS Manual and Rainfall Runoff management for Developments • Standard techniques for estimating greenfield runoff rates, development runoff and storage volumes Trainer Dr Jenni Essex BSc MSc CEnv MCIWEM C.WEM Related courses • FLOOD ESTIMATION HANDBOOK • FLOOD RISK ASSESSMENT • FLOOD HYDROLOGY FOR NON-SPECIALISTS • SUSTAINABLE DRAINAGE SYSTEMS (SuDS)

Related courses • FLOOD HYDROLOGY FOR NON-SPECIALISTS • URBAN HYDROLOGY • FLOOD RISK ASSESSMENT

6 CPD/CET points per day TWO DAY COURSE

6 CPD/CET points ONE DAY COURSE

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£275 + VAT per person (one day)

27-28 March 2017 Newport

£275 + VAT per person

14 February 2017 Newport

£500 + VAT per person (two days)

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21 September 2017 Skipton

FLOOD RISK MANAGEMENT

REMOTE SENSING IN FLOOD RISK MANAGEMENT Overview One day course providing practical advice on: • The use of remote sensing in flood risk management • Data sourcing, collection and processing • Data fusion (use of multiple datasets) • Applications • Data uncertainties and limitations • Current and upcoming data availability/future trends The course will be delivered through a series of case studies and there will be hands-on exercises and additional learning materials provided. Customised courses are available on request focusing on a specific data type or application area. Who should attend Anyone who is currently involved or interested in the commissioning or use of remote sensing data, or the derivation of geospatial information from a variety of Earth Observation (EO) sensors. It is also relevant to managers interested in understanding more about EO technologies and their application in flood risk management. Course objectives A good appreciation of the range and availability of remotely-sensed data, methods and procedures for sourcing data. Basic information on processing requirements and software needed. The potential applications of remote sensing for flood risk management. The risks and limitations of using remotely-sensed data. Trainer Dr John Bevington BSc MSc DAS Related courses • INTRODUCTION TO ARCGISTM

6 CPD/CET points ONE DAY COURSE

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“Enjoyable course which gave me an overall view of the whole FRA process and data requirements” Mike Anderson, Environment Agency Floos Risk Assessment and Model Audit Review

MODEL AUDITING AND MANAGEMENT

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MODEL AUDITING AND MANAGEMENT

FLOOD MODELLING FOR PROJECT MANAGERS

FLOOD RISK ASSESSMENT AND MODEL AUDIT REVIEW

Overview You will gain confidence matching models to specific project requirements, developing realistic costs and programmes for their delivery, and maximising the value of the modelling investment. The course is delivered as a series of presenterled workshop sessions that are designed to provide maximum opportunity for delegates to ask questions and share any previous experiences, lessons learned etc.

Overview Computer models are now almost universally used to provide information on flood levels, flood extents and hydraulic capacity. The range of models is wide from simple ‘shareware’ programs to very complex integrated packages. This course provides a guide to the various generic model types and their capabilities and limitations. This knowledge is then used to show how to review the appropriateness of a particular modelling approach and the corresponding outputs and to assess whether the results are likely to be suitable.

Who should attend Procurers of 1D/2D and 2D modelling projects and project managers with responsibility for delivery of 1D/2D and 2D modelling projects.

Who should attend Professionals involved in development control and consenting for flood risk management and drainage.

Course objectives • Match modelling approaches to project requirements • Develop realistic costs and programmes for delivery • Provide intelligent challenges to typical modelling issues that may arise • Maximise the value of their (or their client’s) investment in modelling solutions Please note The course is not tied to a particular software program and is intended to provide transferable lessons that are relevant now and in the foreseeable future. However, the course contents can be tailored to particular software (e.g. TUFLOW, Flood Modeller-2D, JFlow, InfoWorks, MIKE FLOOD).

Course objectives To provide the knowledge to undertake ‘high level’ reviews of models used for estimating flood levels and hydraulic capacity of drainage systems. Trainers Jeremy Benn FREng MA MSc CEng C.WEM FICE FCIWEM MASCE MIEI Jack Southon BSc MSc FRGS MCIWEM C.WEM CSci CEnv Related courses • FLOOD RISK ASSESSMENT (FRA)

Trainers Dr Neil Hunter BSc MCIWEM C.WEM George Baker BEng AIEMA CEnv IEng MCIWEM C.WEM

6 CPD/CET points ONE DAY COURSE

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28 February 2017 Newport

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12 April 2017 Doncaster

13 July 2017 Coleshill

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MODEL AUDITING AND MANAGEMENT

WINDES: USE IN AUDITING

Overview Providing an overview of the use of the WinDes® drainage design software developed by Micro Drainage Limited with a view to auditing drainage calculations. This is not a course on how to use WinDes®. Who should attend Those who are involved in development control and in particular in the review of drainage calculations and the output from WinDes® models. In-depth knowledge of civil engineering and drainage design is not required (this is not a drainage design course). Course objectives • Understand the capabilities of WinDes® and the principles of urban drainage design • Know the key things to look for in auditing a WinDes®/ urban drainage model Topics covered • Estimating greenfield runoff (using IH124, ADAS345 and FEH) • Estimating development runoff (using IH124, ADAS345 and Wallingford Procedure) • Overview of the design, scheduling and analysis of drainage networks with WinDes® • Use of controls and the use of storage functions within WinDes® • Quick balancing storage estimates • Design and analysis of systems to comply with standards for Sewers For Adoption • Introduction to Sustainable Urban Drainage principles • WinDes® Source Control Module (infiltration, dry swales, ponds and tanks) • What to look for in Audits Trainer Rene Dobson BEng CEng MICE

6 CPD/CET points ONE DAY COURSE

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“Excellent course with a useful mix of theory and practice.” Ian Dolben, Environment Agency Introduction to Hydromorphology

RIVER AND CATCHMENT RESTORATION

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RIVER AND CATCHMENT RESTORATION

BEGINNER’S GUIDE TO HYDRAULIC MODELLING FOR RIVER RESTORATION Overview Hydraulic models are a commonly used tool to investigate many environmental issues such as flood risk, fluvial geomorphology and habitat creation. Many environmentalists are faced with the prospect of commissioning hydraulic modelling or interpreting model results without background knowledge. This course aims to demystify hydraulic modelling for non-modellers, providing delegates with the necessary skills to specify a suitable modelling approach and better understand the underlying assumptions in modelling when interpreting model results. Who should attend Fisheries, Biodiversity and Geomorphology staff, river restoration managers/officers, catchment coordinators, environmental permitting staff and consultants would all benefit from this course. Course objectives • Understand the different types of modelling available • Know the underlying assumptions behind hydraulic modelling • Understand when certain model types are suitable and what their limitations are • Know how to specify hydraulic models at the tender stage • Have an appreciation of model scale and uncertainty

FUNDAMENTALS OF HYDROECOLOGY Overview Hydroecology is the study of the interaction of water and ecology. In fluvial systems, a key driver of the nature of a given aquatic community is the physical habitat available resulting from the interaction of river flow and geomorphology. This is complex as it varies both spatially and temporally, but an understanding of these interactions is fundamental to both improving and preventing deterioration of river ecosystems. Who should attend Anybody interested in developing their knowledge of hydroecology, in particular those involved in river restoration, abstraction consenting, WFD assessment or any type of instream works, in either the public, private or third sector. Course objectives • Understanding of the fundamental relationships between flow and ecology • Understanding of the sensitivity of ecology to flow • Knowledge of the tools for understanding hydroecological processes and hydroecological change The structure of the course comprises a series of presentations, discussions and worked examples. Trainer Dr David Mould BSc MSc CEnv MCIWEM C.WEM

The structure of the course comprises a series of presentations, discussions and worked examples. Trainers Matthew Hemsworth BSc MSc FRGS MCIWEM C.WEM Dr David Mould BSc MSc CEnv MCIWEM C.WEM

6 CPD/CET points ONE DAY COURSE

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£275 + VAT per person

17 January 2017 Coleshill

£275 + VAT per person

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1 February 2017 Skipton 36 |

15 February 2017 Haywards Heath

RIVER AND CATCHMENT RESTORATION

HYDROLOGICAL AND ECOLOGICAL IMPACTS OF RUN OF RIVER HYDROPOWER SCHEMES

INTRODUCTION TO HYDROMORPHOLOGY AND FLUVIAL GEOMORPHOLOGY

Overview This course will provide you with a thorough understanding of the operational principles of hydroelectric power generation, including detailed consideration of the seasonality of water availability in the fluvial context. It will highlight the potential impact of hydropower schemes on aquatic ecosystems and some of the measures commonly used to mitigate against this impact.

Overview Knowledge of river hydromorphology and geomorphological dynamics is essential for sustainable river design and management. It facilitates the assessment of risk, increases understanding within the Environmental Impact Assessment process, helps alleviate flooding impacts and informs instream flow requirements, system restoration and ecology. The course consists of presentations and discussions focused on the geomorphological approach to river management and field assessment methods.

Who should attend Those involved in the regulation of run-of-river hydropower schemes, in particular subject specialists (e.g. hydrologists, hydromorphologists, ecologists) wanting to gain a broader overview of the wider impacts and mitigation measures available. Course objectives • Basis of and application of hydropower licensing requirements • Introduction to the sensitivities of ecology to discharge • Ecological impacts of all types of run-of-river hydropower schemes • How potential impacts can be mitigated against The structure of the course comprises a series of presentations, discussions and worked examples. This course can be tailored to suit an audience with specific interests in the English, Welsh, Irish or Scottish regulatory framework.

Who should attend Practitioners requiring a basic understanding of geomorphology and hydromorphology and those seeking a catchment-wide perspective for flood relief planning, Water Framework Directive related compliance and strategic restoration studies. Course objectives • To introduce a geomorphological approach to sustainable river management • To present the methods used in a geomorphological assessment and fluvial audit • To discuss the situations where river geomorphology can be usefully applied and to indicate where further guidance/information can be found Trainer Matthew Hemsworth BSc MSc MCIWEM C.WEM

Trainer Dr David Mould BSc MSc CEnv MCIWEM C.WEM

6 CPD/CET points ONE DAY COURSE

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RIVER AND CATCHMENT RESTORATION

PRACTICAL RIVER FUNCTIONING AND RESTORATION GUIDANCE

WATER FRAMEWORK DIRECTIVE

Overview River managers, riparian land owners, river users and river guardians are faced with local river instability on a day-to-day basis. This practical field-based course offers the opportunity to discuss real-life issues. The course is limited to eight people and will include activities and group discussions. The site visit can be chosen by participants, linked to a specific riverrelated issue. An experienced geomorphologist will lead the evaluation process to define cause and effect and suggest sustainable solutions. The course will also cover obligations under the Water Framework Directive (WFD).

Overview An introduction to the Water Framework Directive (WFD) which provides you with an understanding of what types of work within a watercourse and floodplain would require WFD compliance assessment. Different levels of WFD compliance assessment will be discussed and what the governing body would be looking for as part of that assessment. Particular focus will be on the hydromorphological and ecological elements of the WFD and what standard techniques and methods can be used to undertake WFD compliance assessments. How to identify issues with possible schemes or intervention within a watercourse will be covered as well as possible mitigation measures to address any issues. Case studies will be used to capture key messages and information and the course will take the form of a series of presentations with numerous group exercises and opportunities for general discussion.

Who should attend Individuals with river-related management issues who seek sustainable solutions. Course objectives

(WFD)

• Recognise the opportunities contained within the WFD, linked to improving the status of our rivers

Who should attend River managers, environmentalists, river engineers

• Introduce simple methods to read our rivers and apply the knowledge to dynamic channel restoration

Course objectives How to embed WFD compliance within your scheme, understanding levels of assessment, identifying opportunities for mitigation and improvement.

• Present practical techniques for identifying river issues and probable river response • Review potential solutions to specific river issues

Trainer Matthew Hemsworth BSc MSc MCIWEM C.WEM

Bespoke option You can combine this course with ‘Introduction to Hydromorphology and Fluvial Geomorphology’. Contact Felicity Clarke at felicity.clarke@jbaconsulting.com or on 01756 799 919 for more details. Trainer Matthew Hemsworth BSc MSc MCIWEM C.WEM

6 CPD/CET points ONE DAY COURSE

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“I feel I have gained a good, broad understanding of modelling techniques, which will help benefit my role. A good course to get started in HEC-RAS” Simon Gough, Ironside Farrar Introduction to HEC-RAS

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RIVER HYDRAULICS AND MODELLING

BRIDGE HYDRAULIC DESIGN

WEIR HYDRAULIC DESIGN

Overview

Practical advice on the hydraulic design of bridges. This course is a ‘stand alone’, but can also follow on from the Scour at Bridges course to provide the second day of a two day course. Details of current key references and best practice guides will be provided. The exercises will include hand calculation for bridge design and computer analysis of bridge hydraulics/afflux.

Practical advice on the hydraulic design, maintenance, modification and removal of weirs.

Who should attend Any professional who is likely to be involved in the design of hydraulic assessment of bridges. It is also relevant to managers and regulators involved in consenting works in watercourses. Course objectives You should have a good appreciation of the principles of bridge hydraulic design plus knowledge of environmental, maintenance and health and safety issues.

Topics covered: • Types of weir • Essentials of weir management • What makes a healthy weir? • Hydrology and hydraulics • Foundation design • Construction • Law and policy • Health and safety As well as case studies there will be hands-on exercises and also use of a portable hydraulic flume to illustrate key hydraulic principles. Details of current key references and best practice guides will be provided. The exercises will include hand calculation for weir design. Who should attend

Trainer Jeremy Benn FREng MA MSc CEng C.WEM FICE FCIWEM MASCE MIEI

Any professional who is likely to be involved in the design or hydraulic assessment of weirs. It is also relevant to managers and regulators involved in consenting works in watercourses.

Related courses

Course objectives

• SCOUR AT BRIDGES

You should have a good appreciation of the principles of weir hydraulic design plus knowledge of environmental, maintenance and health and safety issues. Trainer Jeremy Benn FREng MA MSc CEng C.WEM FICE FCIWEM MASCE MIEI Related courses • SCOUR AT BRIDGES

6 CPD/CET points ONE DAY COURSE

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9 May 2017 Skipton

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4 May 2017 Coleshill 2 August 2017 Skipton

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TRASH SCREEN DESIGN

SCOUR AT BRIDGES

Overview

Practical advice on the need assessment, design and operation of security and trash screens.

The UK has a large stock of historic bridges with shallow foundations that are susceptible to scour. The prediction of scour and management of vulnerable bridges can help prevent catastrophic failures, whilst ensuring cost-effective use of resources. This course looks at the prediction of scour at bridges over water or floodplains due to hydraulic action and the management of high risk bridges, drawing on international good practice guidelines.

Topics covered: • Assessing the need for a screen • Difference between trash, primary and security screens • Hydrology and hydraulics • Risk assessment • Screen design • Screen operation • What to avoid As well as case studies there will be hands-on exercises and also use of a portable hydraulic flume to illustrate key hydraulic principles. The exercises will include an example risk assessment and hydraulic design.

Who should attend Professionals involved in the assessment of scour or the design of scour protection works at existing bridges, as well as the design of new bridges over water or floodplains. Owners and asset managers responsible for the management of bridges over water or floodplains. Course objectives

Who should attend Any professional who is likely to be involved in the specifying, design or operation of screens. It is also relevant to managers and regulators involved in consenting screens.

• An appreciation of the mechanisms of bridge scour and factors affecting scour • An awareness of notable bridge failures and lessons learnt • An awareness of guidance documents, their evolution and limitations

Course objectives Following the course, delegates should have a good appreciation of the need for screens, what constitutes good design and how to assess the flood risk and safety risk they present. Trainer Jeremy Benn FREng MA MSc CEng C.WEM FICE FCIWEM MASCE MIEI

• Experience in qualitative and quantitative scour assessment using methods from a range of guidance documents, including wide abutments • Experience in prioritising and choosing scour management strategies, including flood warning and emergency response, specialist assessment, monitoring and scour protection • Awareness of hydrodynamic forces on bridges

Related courses

Trainer

• CULVERT DESIGN

Dr Stephen Hughes BSc MSc Related courses • BRIDGE HYDRAULIC DESIGN • WEIR HYDRAULIC DESIGN

6 CPD/CET points ONE DAY COURSE

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SURVEY FOR RIVER MODELS

RIVER MODELLING METHODS

Overview Practical advice on planning, managing and carrying out surveys for 1D and 2D river models. The course aims to inform surveyors of how river models work and to inform modellers and managers how a survey is planned and executed. The course does not cover survey principles.

Overview This course provides an overview of the generic types of river model and how to select the best model for a particular application for flood risk management (flood warning, flood risk mapping, broad scale models, feasibility and design of flood mitigation measures).

Who should attend

Land surveyors, hydraulic modellers and project managers involved in both topographical surveys and model building/ management.

Professionals and managers wanting a non-mathematical and easily understood introduction to river modelling. Course objectives

Course objectives • Know how to specify and undertake an optimum survey for a river model • Appreciate possible pitfalls Trainer Robert Cowan BSc MCInstCES MRICS

• Understand the key differences between models • Know how to choose the most appropriate modelling approach • Understand the differences between commercial software packages • Know what is good practice in modelling The course includes information from the Environment Agency’s Modelling Specifications.

Related courses • RIVER MODELLING METHODS • ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSIBILITIES OF LAND DRAINAGE AUTHORITIES • INTRODUCTION TO ARCGISTM v10

Trainer Matthew Scott BSc MSc Guy Dixon BSc MSc Jack Southon BSc MSc FRGS MCIWEM C.WEM CSci CEnv Related courses • FLOOD ESTIMATION HANDBOOK • INTRODUCTION TO HEC-RAS • INTRODUCTION TO FLOOD MODELLER • SURVEY FOR RIVER MODELS

6 CPD/CET points ONE DAY COURSE

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20 February 2017 Warrington

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It is recommended that ‘Introduction to 2D Flood Modelling using TUFLOW’ and ‘Introduction to 1D-2D Flood modelling using Flood Modeller-TUFLOW’ be taken together. Modellers proficient in 2D modelling may wish to attend day two of the course only.

INTRODUCTION TO 2D FLOOD MODELLING USING TUFLOW

INTRODUCTION TO 1D-2D FLOOD MODELLING USING FLOOD MODELLER-TUFLOW

Overview

TUFLOW is particularly suitable for modelling flow in coastal waters, estuaries, rivers, floodplains and urban areas, where flow patterns are primarily 2D in nature. The course provides you with an introduction to the mechanics of TUFLOW and guides you through the development and evaluation of a TUFLOW model. No prior knowledge of TUFLOW is assumed but previous experience of ArcGIS software would be beneficial. Coupled TUFLOW with 1D models will be covered in Day 2 Introduction to 1D/2D Flood Modelling using Flood Modeller-TUFLOW.

A basic understanding of coupled 1D-2D flow modelling using the Flood Modeller and TUFLOW software. Coupled Flood Modeller-TUFLOW modelling seeks to combine the best attributes and functionality of each industry-standard model to provide a software tool capable of modelling the most complex of flood flow problems. This course is pitched at an introductory level but does assume that you have some prior experience of the Flood Modeller and TUFLOW modelling systems. Previous experience of ArcGIS software would also be beneficial.

This course can be delivered in MapInfo, please advise when booking.

Who should attend

Course objectives

Environmental modellers with reasonable IT and GIS skills. Course objectives • • • • • •

Understand when TUFLOW can be used Understand the basic mechanics of TUFLOW Learn to install TUFLOW and associated programs Learn to set up, run and evaluate a simple TUFLOW model Gain an awareness of the advanced features of TUFLOW Understand the limitations of TUFLOW

Trainers Guy Dixon BSc MSc Ben Gibson BSc MSc

Hydraulic modellers with reasonable IT and GIS skills.

• Gain an understanding of the basic principles of coupled 1D-2D flow modelling • Learn how to install the Flood Modeller-TUFLOW link • Learn to set up, execute and evaluate a simple Flood Modeller-TUFLOW model • Gain an appreciation of the advantages and limitations of coupled 1D-2D flow models • Have the opportunity to discuss any specific modelling questions during the course ‘clinic’ Trainers Guy Dixon BSc MSc Ben Gibson BSc MSc

Related courses

• INTRODUCTION TO 1D-2D FLOOD MODELLING USING FLOOD MODELLER-TUFLOW

• INTRODUCTION TO 2D FLOOD MODELLING USING TUFLOW

• INTRODUCTION TO FLOOD MODELLER

12 CPD/CET points TWO DAY COURSE

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INTRODUCTION TO FLOOD MODELLER

INTRODUCTION TO HEC-RAS

Overview

An introduction to 1D and 2D hydraulic modelling using the Flood Modeller suite. Practical exercises based on actual case studies will be used as an integral part of the teaching. You will have access to the Flood Modeller software for the course. Example data files and worked solutions will be provided to all participants.

A basic course introducing the hydraulic model parts of the HEC-RAS 1D river modelling package. At the end of the course the delegate should be able to construct a simple steady state model including in-line structures such as weirs, bridges and culverts. Who should attend

Who should attend Managers, engineers and modellers requiring an overview of the capabilities of the Flood Modeller system and practical tuition on the use of Flood Modeller. Course objectives To provide an overview of the Flood Modeller software and to ensure that delegates can use the software to build and run 1D and 2D hydrodynamic models. Trainers David Kearney BSc MSc MCIWEM C.WEM Kevin Haseldine BSc MSc MCIWEM C.WEM Related courses • RIVER MODELLING METHODS • INTRODUCTION TO 1D/2D FLOOD MODELLING USING FLOOD MODELLER-TUFLOW

Engineers and scientists wishing to undertake flood risk assessment and watercourse design. No prior knowledge or experience of HEC-RAS is required, although some knowledge of river modelling/hydraulics will be beneficial and you should be familiar with Windows-based software. Course objectives • • • •

Build a simple model Develop ratings View results/spot basic errors Know whether or not a steady flow model is suitable

Software Copies of the HEC-RAS software are available from www.hec.usace.army.mil or can be purchased from JBA. Trainers Jeremy Benn FREng MA MSc CEng C.WEM FICE FCIWEM MASCE MIEI Matthew Scott BSc MSc Jose Sabatini BEng PgDip MSc Related courses • INTERMEDIATE HEC-RAS • HEC-RAS MASTERCLASS • INTRODUCTION TO HEC-RAS 2D

6 CPD/CET points ONE DAY COURSE

12 CPD/CET points TWO DAY COURSE

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25-26 January 2017 Coleshill

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INTERMEDIATE HEC-RAS

INTRODUCTION TO HEC-RAS 2D

Overview

An introductory course to the unsteady hydraulic model within HEC-RAS. At the end of the course you should be able to construct a simple unsteady state model including off-line structures such as storage reservoirs and lateral weirs.

Release 5.0 of HEC-RAS includes a new 2D hydrodynamic simulation engine together with dynamic 1D/2D linking. This hands-on course will introduce HEC-RAS users to the 2D modelling theoretical background and practical data issues to use the tool and new 2D functionality.

Who should attend Engineers and scientists wishing to undertake flood mapping studies, breach analyses and flood storage calculations. A basic knowledge of using HEC-RAS for steady state modelling is assumed.

Who should attend Hydraulic modellers involved in flood risk assessments and those involved in the appraisal of new schemes. Course objectives

Course objectives • • • • • • •

Decide when to use unsteady models Build a simple unsteady model Convert steady state models to unsteady Undertake breach analysis View results Undertake basic troubleshooting Know whether or not an unsteady flow model is required

Trainers Jeremy Benn FREng MA MSc CEng C.WEM FICE FCIWEM MASCE MIEI Matthew Scott BSc MSc

• Understand the new 2D HEC-RAS capability • Understand how to create and link a 1D unsteady model with the new 2D flood area using available structures • To be confident to make a 1D/2D linked model Trainer Dr Barry Hankin BSc FCIWEM C.WEM Related courses • INTRODUCTION TO HEC-RAS • INTERMEDIATE HEC-RAS • HEC-RAS MASTERCLASS

Related courses • INTRODUCTION TO HEC-RAS • INTRODUCTION TO HEC-RAS 2D • HEC-RAS MASTERCLASS

6 CPD/CET points ONE DAY COURSE

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16 February 2017 Skipton

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2 March 2017 Doncaster

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HEC-RAS MASTERCLASS

SEDIMENT TRANSPORT MODELLING

Overview

An advanced course for those already familiar with HEC-RAS but wishing to learn more about its use to model floodplains. At the end of the course the delegate should be able to build stable unsteady models and know how to cure instability problems in unsteady flow. The course also includes advice on how to geo-reference model data to allow easier creation of flood maps.

HEC-RAS (5.0) has new advanced facilities for 1D simulation of the movement of sediment, changes of bed level, sediment composition and the facility to model in detail changes in banks. This hands-on course will introduce HEC-RAS users to the theoretical background and practical data issues to use the tool and the new facilities. At the end of the course you should be able to use the sediment options in HEC-RAS, understand the data needs and be able to interpret results.

Who should attend Engineers and scientists undertaking large-scale flood mapping studies or detailed channel design calculations. Previous experience in the use of HEC-RAS is assumed.

Who should attend Land surveyors, hydraulic modellers and project managers involved in both topographical surveys and model building/management.

Course objectives To provide a detailed insight into the steady and unsteady versions of HEC-RAS and to give guidance on resolving complex modelling issues. Trainer Jeremy Benn FREng MA MSc CEng C.WEM FICE FCIWEM MASCE MIEI Related courses • INTRODUCTION TO HEC-RAS • INTERMEDIATE HEC-RAS • INTRODUCTION TO HEC-RAS 2D

Course objectives • To introduce sediment modelling to users experienced in HEC-RAS used for 1D modelling • To present the tools and options available in HEC-RAS to analyse sheer stress and represent sediment transport for mixed sediment sizes and bed processes • To be able to use the HEC-RAS facilities for simulation for bed erosion, scour, deposition and bank erosion • To gain knowledge of how to represent management options such as river restoration, sediment trapping or dredging • To discuss the situations where a 1D model is appropriate, the data needs and the role limitations for geomorphological analysis Trainer Dr Tony Green BSc CEng MICE MCIWEM C.WEM Related courses • RIVER MODELLING METHODS • ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSIBILITIES OF LAND DRAINAGE AUTHORITIES • INTRODUCTION TO ArcGISTM v10

6 CPD/CET points ONE DAY COURSE

12 CPD/CET points TWO DAY COURSE

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BLOCKAGE AND DEBRIS

JBA TRUST DEMONSTRATION HYDRAULIC FLUME

Overview This course covers the latest research and practices for assessing flood risk and structural loading due to floating debris and sediment for single assets and at a catchment scale. Topics covered: • Blockage processes • Debris sources and transport • Debris transport • Estimating debris volume • Flood impacts of blockage • Structural loading assessment due to debris and blockage • Blockage at screens, culverts, bridges and open channels • Modelling blockage • Catchment management to reduce blockage

The JBA Trust demonstration hydraulic flume is a scale model of the flow of water in a simple channel, driven by a system of recirculating pumps and featuring scale models of typical engineered structures such as weirs, bridges, culverts and debris screens. The flume appeals equally to those with a keen interest in hydraulics and to those for whom it is an unknown science. It is particularly useful in helping to understand some of the causes of flooding and how good design and maintenance of rivers and drainage channels can help to manage flood risk. Watch the hydraulic flume demonstration here.

As well as case studies, there will be hands-on exercises and also use of a portable hydraulic flume to illustrate key hydraulic principles. Who should attend Any professional who is likely to be involved in the specifying, design or operation of assets within a river and wishing to assess the risk debris presents. It is also relevant to managers and regulators involved in consenting hydraulic structures and flood risk assessments. Course objectives To have a good appreciation of the causes and consequences of blockage and how to assess the risk. The exercises will include an example blockage risk assessment and consequence assessment. Trainer Jeremy Benn FREng MA MSc CEng C.WEM FICE FCIWEM MASCE MIEI Related courses • CULVERT DESIGN

6 CPD/CET points ONE DAY COURSE

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EUROPEAN HEC SOFTWARE WORKSHOP AND HEC-HMS TRAINING 18 – 20 JULY 2017, LONDON After a successful workshop in 2016, we are pleased to announce the dates for the second software workshop in Europe dedicated to the HEC hydraulic and hydrological modelling software – HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, HEC-DSS and HEC-ResSim. The three-day event will include a one-day workshop with key-note presentations, master-classes and case studies, followed by a two-day course on using HEC-HMS. There will be particular emphasis on the 2D computational engine in HEC-RAS and also the HEC sediment transport routines. About HEC The Hydrologic Engineering Center (HEC), is the designated centre of expertise for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in; the technical areas of surface and groundwater hydrology, river hydraulics and sediment transport, hydrological statistics and risk analysis, reservoir system analysis, planning analysis, real-time water control management and a number of other closely associated technical subjects. HEC provides software, technical methods and guidance, training and workshops, with the HEC-RAS (1D/2D hydraulic modelling) and HEC-HMS (hydrologic modelling system) used worldwide by government agencies, consultants and researchers. Who should attend Flood risk professionals, project managers and those with an interest in flood and water resource modelling. The event will also be a great opportunity to network with fellow modellers and researchers and to identify best practice procedures and areas where HEC software is being used in new and innovative ways.

Hydrologic Modelling using HEC-HMS two day training course This course provides basic instruction in the use of the US Army Corps’ Hydrologic Modelling System (HEC-HMS) for flood and water resource studies. Workshops are used to provide hands-on reinforcement of scientific and engineering principles presented in lectures. Attendees will be prepared to work on a range of catchment studies after completing the course. These skills are used as a starting point for studies in flood risk management, ecosystem restoration, forecasting, and reservoir operation. Topics include: • Basic hydrologic engineering techniques for rainfall-runoff analysis in support of catchment studies • Catchment average rainfall estimation • Infiltration determination • Unit hydrographs • Streamflow routing • Methods for modelling runoff throughout a catchment composed of multiple sub basins and river reaches • Parameter estimation using optimisation and reservoir outflow modelling. Workshops provide hands-on reinforcement for these areas while following from start to finish a sample reservoir study typical of many flood damage reduction projects. Teaching of scientific and engineering principles of hydrologic studies is integrated with learning to use HEC-HMS as a tool. Read all about the 2016 workshop here.

To register your interest and for more information contact Felicity Clarke: on 01756 799919 or felicity.clarke@jbaconsulting.com

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â&#x20AC;&#x153;The course note slides and accompanying notes were extremely detailed. The presenter communicated well and was willing and able to answer all questions or research after the course. Really useful course tailored for any level of experience with the software.â&#x20AC;? Stephen Meadows, Halifax Introduction to ArcGISTM

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SOFTWARE TRAINING

AUTOCAD CIVIL 3D FUNDAMENTALS Overview An introduction to AutoCAD Civil 3D. The course takes users through real world exercises and tutorials designed to familiarise the user with the essential functions of AutoCAD Civil 3D. Who should attend The AutoCAD Civil 3D 2015 Fundamentals - Metric training guide is designed for Civil Engineers and Surveyors who want to take advantage of AutoCAD® Civil 3D® software’s interactive, dynamic design functionality. The AutoCAD Civil 3D software permits the rapid development of alternatives through its model-based design tools. You will learn techniques enabling you to organise project data, work with points, create and analyse surfaces, model road corridors, create parcel layouts, perform grading and volume calculation tasks, and layout pipe networks. Topics covered • The AutoCAD Civil 3D Interface • Project management • Parcels • Survey • Surfaces • Alignments • Profiles • Corridors • Grading • Pipe networks • Quantity take off/sections • Plan production

Course objectives • • • • • • • • • • •

Navigate the AutoCAD Civil 3D user interface Create and edit parcels and print parcel reports Create points/point groups working with survey figures Create, edit, view, and analyse surfaces Create and edit alignments Create data shortcuts Create sites, profiles, and cross-sections Create assemblies, corridors, and intersections Create grading solutions Create gravity fed and pressure pipe networks Perform quantity take-off and volume calculations

• Use plan production tools to create plan and profile sheets Prerequisites Experience with AutoCAD® or AutoCAD-based products (such as Autodesk® Land Desktop) and a sound understanding and knowledge of civil engineering terminology. Trainer Craig Robertson BSc, Certified AutoCAD Civil 3D Professional

18 CPD/CET points THREE DAY COURSE

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£750 + VAT per person

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SOFTWARE TRAINING

INTRODUCTION TO ARCGISTM v10 Overview This introductory course will provide a comprehensive overview of the display and analysis capabilities of the ArcGISTM Geographical Information System (GIS) version 10. Who should attend Designed for managers, engineers and technicians with little or no experience of GIS systems who are required to gain an understanding of the ArcGISTM environment. Topics covered • • • • • • •

Displaying data in ArcMap Querying data and selecting features Spatial data types and ArcCatalog Working with tables Creating and editing data Spatial analysis Layouts

Trainer Peter Rogers BSc MSc MBCS FRGS CGeog (GIS)

6 CPD/CET points ONE DAY COURSE

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SOFTWARE TRAINING

CIRIA TRAINING COURSE

Presenters

Culvert Design and Operation

Day 1: Culvert design

Overview The design and operation of culverts is critical to effective flood risk management. Inadequate design or neglect can lead to severe flooding. This training, based on CIRIA C689 Culvert design and operation guide, provides guidance on the whole-life cycle of culverts, recognising that there is an enormous stock of existing culverts of various types, sizes, age and condition. Developed by CIRIA in conjunction with JBA Consulting and Royal Haskoning, this two day training course provides asset managers and designers with a comprehensive understanding of the whole-life cycle of a culvert, providing guidance on inspection, assessment, maintenance and renewal of existing culverts, as well as their design. The training is underpinned by the principles of whole-life asset management and a systems approach to drainage. Guidance will be given on cutting edge hydraulic assessment techniques, taking account of developments in hydrology and hydraulic analysis.

Who should attend The course will be relevant to infrastructure asset managers, flood risk and drainage engineers, landscape architects, planners, architects, and those working in or with environmental regulators, local authorities, highway authorities, developers, consultants and contractors.

Learning outcomes Following the course, you will have a good appreciation of the factors affecting culvert design and the principles of hydraulic design and assessment, as well as good design practice and methods of improving hydraulic performance. You will be given experience in hand calculation methods and advice on computer software for culvert assessment.

Jeremy is the Executive Chairman of JBA Group. He has over 32 years’ water engineering, management and hydrology experience working in the UK and overseas and has published and lectured widely on these subjects. He has been involved with flood risk mapping (at national and local scales) since 1984 and is Framework Director for the Water & Environmental Management Framework with UK flood management authorities. He is also a lecturer on the Lancaster University and JBA PgCert course on river hydraulics. Day 2: Culvert whole-life management Chris Fosbeary, Royal Haskoning, has 20 years’ experience of the design and operation of river and flood defences, highway bridges and culvert. He has been involved in numerous projects involving the inspection, refurbishment and replacement of culverts for the Environment Agency, navigation authorities and highway authorities. Chris was a contributing author of the CIRIA Culvert design and operation guide. Course dates For further information and to book a place on the course please see link. This course includes information from the following guides: • CIRIA (2010) Culvert design and operation guide

TWO DAY COURSE CIRIA Core members/SMEs/Local Authority member £495 + VAT Non members £595 + VAT Counts as 12 CPD hours

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• Environment Agency (2009) Trash and Security Screen Guide • Office of Public Works (Section 50 Design Guide)

HOW TO BOOK COURSE BOOKINGS

STANDARD COURSE FEES

You can book a course online at www.jbaconsulting.com. We will then confirm your booking in writing and issue a formal invoice.

ONE DAY COURSE £275 + VAT per person

Provisional bookings can be made by contacting Felicity Clarke on 01756 799919 or at felicity.clarke@jbaconsulting.com

TWO DAY COURSE £500 + VAT per person

Please remember that places on the courses are limited. We normally take no more than 12 delegates per course to allow maximum contact time.

Save money by booking multiple courses with JBA • Two one day courses £500 + VAT • Three one day courses £750 + VAT • Four one day courses £900 + VAT

COURSE LOCATIONS Our training courses are offered at our offices in Skipton (North Yorkshire), Edinburgh, Coleshill (Warwickshire), Doncaster (South Yorkshire), Haywards Heath (West Sussex), Warrington, Newport (South Wales), Exeter (Devon), Dublin and Limerick (Ireland). If you would prefer a different venue, we would be pleased to arrange for any of the courses in this brochure to be delivered at another location.

These prices include lunch and morning/afternoon refreshments. A comprehensive set of course notes including spreadsheets and worked examples are provided.

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compliance advisor and advocate and was formerly Regional Solicitor for Yorkshire and the North East Region of the Environment Agency and Senior Managing Lawyer (Enforcement and Prosecutions) at The Environment Agency. Christopher Toop BSc Chris holds a BSc (Hons) in Wildlife and Countryside Conservation and has extensive experience of providing ecological support to a wide range of clients, including Network Rail, the Environment Agency and Internal Drainage Boards. His experience spans from project inception including baseline surveys to assist in scheme design, to post-works site restoration, through on-site supervision of mitigation measures at construction phase and production of EIA. These have included novel approaches to project planning, dealing with protected and invasive species, troubleshooting and navigating a course through environmental legislation to allow schemes to proceed on time and within budget.

TRAINERS Alexander Dane BSc MSc Alec has been extensively involved in the analysis of coastal flood and erosion risk assessments, aiding in the production of MTPs and PARs to apply for funding for sea defence improvements. He has significant experience in producing sediment budgets, writing a number of papers on the subject. He is also one of the lecturers on the Lancaster University and JBA PgCert course on coastal erosion and flood risk management. Angus Pettit BSc MSc CEnv CSci MCIWEM C.WEM Angus is a Principal Analyst and technical lead for economic appraisal. He has undertaken economic appraisals across the UK for a range of project types and has recently worked on a number of research projects in relation to property level protection, asset management and cost estimation. He is an experienced hydraulic modeller with high skill levels in a range of modelling techniques to support the assessments of flood risk for use in engineering works, flood forecasting, flood alleviation schemes, flood risk assessments, post flood studies and flood hazard mapping purposes. Anne-Marie Moon BSc MSc CEng MICE Anne-Marie is a Chartered Engineer with over 12 years’ experience in the field of coastal engineering. Throughout her career, she has worked on a variety of coastal projects including coastal and estuarine strategic studies, sand dune management, marina and rock breakwater design and Beach Management Plans. Anne-Marie leads JBA’s Flood Risk Management Team in Newport, South Wales. She is also a lecturer on the Lancaster University and JBA PgCert course on coastal erosion and flood risk management. Craig Burman LLB Craig is Managing Director of The Kotahi Partnership a specialist environmental law firm based in Leeds, Yorkshire. He is a highly experienced environmental law and regulatory 54 |

Craig Robertson BSc, Certified AutoCAD Civil 3D Professional Craig is an Engineer with over 14 years’ experience working in the Water, Environment and Energy sectors. He has experience instructing new users in the use of AutoCAD Civil 3D in hands-on project examples and managing the workflow and submission of models to a BIM level 2 standard. He has a wide knowledge of other BIM design and review software and how these interact with and compliment Civil 3D. Craig is an Autodesk Certified Professional and can be found on the Autodesk Certified Professional list. David Bassett BSc MSc CEnv MCIWEM C.WEM David is a Director and responsible for our Edinburgh office. He is a chartered water and environmental manager with over 20 years’ experience. He has worked on flood warning, flood alleviation schemes, water level management plans and environmental improvements. Since 1997 David has taken part in consultancy work in Scotland including working on flood alleviation projects, hydrological studies, reed bed, wetland, burn restoration and wastewater and SUBs projects. David Kearney BSc MSc MCIWEM C.WEM David is a Technical Director at JBA and an experienced hydraulic modeller with over 10 years’ experience. He has led the development of many ISIS/Flood Modeller models for public and private sector clients, from models for small flood risk assessments to larger scale models along the Rivers Soar, Severn & Avon. David regularly carries out technical reviews of ISIS/Flood Modeller models, offering advice on model stability, both internally and on behalf of clients. David has experience of both managing and working as a technical lead on hydrological and hydraulic modelling studies. Dr David Mould BSc MSc CEnv MCIWEM C.WEM David has a background in hydrology, hydraulics and fisheries science. At JBA David has worked within Flood Mapping, Applied Hydrology and Fisheries teams, where he has further enhanced his knowledge and experience of hydraulic modelling, hydrology, fisheries and project management. David is part of JBA’s Catchment and River Restoration Team.

Duncan Faulkner MSc DIC MA FCIWEM C.WEM CSci Head of Hydrology, Duncan is a specialist in flood hydrology and has over 22 years’ experience both in research projects and many consultancy studies. He has developed JBA’s and the Environment Agency’s training courses on flood estimation methods. He is a former member of the Flood Estimation Handbook research team and author of the Environment Agency’s Flood Estimation Guidelines. He is also a lecturer on the Lancaster University and JBA PgCert course on flood hydrology. Gavin Hodson BSc FdSc Gavin has been involved in a wide range of hydraulic modelling studies using HEC-RAS (1D), Flood ModellerTUFLOW (1D-2D) and JFlow (2D). He has also contributed to engineering studies for local authorities involving outline design of flood alleviation options. Gavin has experience in undertaking Flood Risk Assessments for varying sized developments and outline design surface water drainage systems and SuDS to support planning applications. George Baker BEng AIEMA CEnv IEng MCIWEM C.WEM George is an Environmental Engineer, specialising in flood risk management, hydrometry, flood risk visualisation and communication, flood modelling, survey management, and the design, selection and implementation of flood alleviation schemes. He has worked on a wide variety of commissions for the Environment Agency, Natural Resources Wales and local authorities, including, CFMPs, SFRAs, flood and hazard mapping, standard of protection assessments and hydrometric reviews and installations. Graham Kenn BSc MSc CEng MICE CEnv MCIWEM C.WEM Graham has over 13 years’ consultancy experience, working on the detailed design, options appraisal and strategy development for numerous coastal and fluvial defence schemes around the UK. He has extensive coastal engineering design expertise and has developed detailed designs for beach control structures, rock armour revetments, breakwaters, causeways and sea walls. He also co-delivers the Lancaster University and JBA PgCert course on coastal erosion and flood risk management. Guy Dixon BSc MSc Guy is a Senior Analyst at JBA and is an experienced hydraulic modeller specialising in the linking of 1D/2D models. He is an advanced user of GIS and a range of 1D and 2D modelling software, including Flood Modeller, HEC-RAS, ESTRY, TUFLOW, SMS and INFOWORKS. Guy is a modeller reviewer and regularly undertakes independent hydraulic modelling reviews both internally and on behalf of clients. Ian Gaskell BSc MSc PgCert Ian is a coastal flood inundation specialist working within the JBA Coastal Modelling and Forecasting Team. His specific expertise is coastal flood inundation modelling and flood forecasting system development and optimisation. He also co-delivers the Lancaster University and JBA PgCert course on coastal erosion and flood risk management. Dr Jenni Essex BSc MSc CEnv MCIWEM C.WEM Jenni is a highly-qualified hydrologist with over 12 years’ experience in the fields of flood risk management and

strategic flood risk mapping; and expertise in hydrological analysis, catchment response mechanisms, and hydrometric network review. Jenni brings detailed knowledge of current flood flow estimation methods and guidance and is experienced in carrying out assessments for more unusual catchments such as those which are urbanised, permeable, small and historically mined. Jeremy Benn FREng MA MSc CEng C.WEM FICE FCIWEM MASCE MIEI Jeremy is the Executive Chairman of JBA Group. He has over 32 years’ water engineering, management and hydrology experience working in the UK and overseas and has published and lectured widely on these subjects. He has been involved with flood risk mapping (at national and local scales) since 1984 and is Framework Director for the Water & Environmental Management Framework with UK flood management authorities. He is also a lecturer on the Lancaster University and JBA PgCert course on river hydraulics. Jonathan Whitmore BSc MIFM Jon is JBA’s Lead in Hydroecology, and has over 15 years of experience in freshwater fisheries ecology and catchment and river restoration. He has experience of managing feasibility, optioneering, impact assessment (including full Environmental Statement production) and all stages of design work in relation to catchment and river restoration including weir removal, ‘close to nature’ and technical fish pass design; managing large, multi-disciplinary teams of technical specialists; engaging with key regulatory and nonstatutory stakeholders across Yorkshire whilst delivering river restoration/engineering projects. Jose Sabatini BEng PgDip MSc José is a Senior Analyst with JBA and has 13 years’ experience in the field of environmental consultancy. Over the last nine years José has worked in UK environmental consultancy and has a wealth of knowledge in both 1D and 2D modelling gained across numerous projects and over a decade of hands-on experience. He has been involved in fluvial, pluvial (surface water), coastal and sewer model assessments utilising a vast array of common modelling packages to achieve the best results, from macro scale scour assessments of individual bridge piers, site-specific Flood Risk Assessments (FRA) in support of development applications, up to catchment and national scale flood risk mapping projects. Kevin Haseldine BSc MSc MCIWEM C.WEM Since joining JBA in October 2008, Kevin has contributed to major flood studies. Many of these projects involved the construction of hydraulic models, both for rural and urban locations. He also has provided various technical reviews of both hydraulic models and hydrological estimates developed internally and externally. He is a proficient user of GIS software. Kieran Sheehan BSc MSc PGCE CEnv MCIEEM MIfL Kieran is a Technical Director and Head of the Catchment and River Restoration team. He is a plant phytosociologist with an expertise in upland and wetland ecosystems. Kieran has taught ecology at Bishop Burton College (University of Hull) and has undertaken ecological works, including planting schemes, for local authorities and | 55

drainage boards. He also co-delivers the River Restoration and Sustainable Floodplain Management PgCert course for Lancaster University. Laura Thomas BA MRes PgCert CEcol MCIEEM Laura is a highly experienced Charted Ecologist with over 11 years’ experience. She is a full member of the UK Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (MCIEEM) and a Chartered Ecologist (CEcol). She is an expert botanist, specialising in aquatic plants, and also has extensive experience of ecological survey techniques, including the UK and Irish National Vegetation Classification, Phase 1 Habitat Survey and EU Habitats Regulations Assessments. She also holds a survey licence for Great Crested Newts and Water Vole surveys. Dr Mark Lawless BSc MSc CSci CEnv MCIWEM C.WEM Mark is a JBA Director and Head of Coastal and Marine Risk Management. He has extensive experience related to coastal flood modelling and forecasting, extreme sea-level science, coastal engineering, marine operations management, and geomorphological modelling. He has led over 75 major marine and coastal studies, both in the UK and abroad, and he has held a technical lead role on many high-profile R&D studies. He is the developer of ForeCoast® and the Risk Rose; two innovations setting new standards in terms of coastal flood forecasting. He also co-delivers the Lancaster University and JBA PgCert course on coastal erosion and flood risk management. Matthew Hemsworth BSc MSc MCIWEM C.WEM Matt is a Chartered Senior Geomorphologist at JBA and leads the Geomorphology team. He has worked at JBA for nine years where he has developed specialist skills in geomorphology/ hydromorphology, river restoration, sediment management, weir removal, WFD assessment and restoration optioneering and design. Matt has delivered river restoration training to clients, and co-delivers the River Restoration and Sustainable Floodplain Management PgCert course for Lancaster University. Matthew Scott MSc BSc Since joining JBA in 2001, Matthew has gained significant experience in hydraulic and hydrological modelling with particular emphasis on Flood Modeller, HEC-RAS, and the FEH. In addition, he is experienced in the use of 2D modelling of overland flood routes using TUFLOW and JFLOW+. Matthew has experience of managing and working as the technical lead on a number of detailed modelling studies. Dr Maxine Zaidman BSc CEnv MCIWEM C.WEM Maxine is a hydrologist with over 19 years’ experience, and a Technical Director with responsibility for a wide range of water resource and flood risk management projects. Maxine is also a highly-experienced training course author and tutor, having delivered a significant number of foundation and advanced-level technical courses in hydrology and modelling over the last 11 years. She is also a lecturer on the Lancaster University and JBA PgCert course on flood hydrology. Dr Neil Hunter BSc MCIWEM C.WEM Neil is JBA’s Head of Flood Modelling and has over 14 years’ flood risk management experience. He is a highly experienced hydraulic modeller and has worked on floodrelated projects that have ranged in scale from site-specific risk analyses to national-scale hazard mapping studies. 56 |

Most recently, he led the delivery of the Updated Flood Map for Surface Water for the Environment Agency of England and Wales and the development of Canada-wide fluvial and pluvial flood maps for the Insurance Bureau of Canada. Paul Bowerman BSc MSc Paul has an oceanographic background and over 14 years’ marine consultancy experience. During this time, he has been involved in a wide variety of projects. He has also conducted environmental training sessions for major oil companies, oil spill responders, consultants and government agencies both in the UK and in various locations around the world. Paul Wass BA MSc MBCS MCIWEM C.WEM Paul is JBA’s Head of Real Time Modelling and specialises in flood forecasting modelling, catchment simulation, flood warning and software development. Paul oversees all JBA’s forecasting related work and continually develops our understanding and capability in this important area. He manages JBA’s Newcastle office which is our centre for excellence in the field of real time modelling and also codelivers the Forecasting and Extreme Events Module of the PgCert and Post Graduate course for Lancaster University. Peter Rogers BSc MSc MBCS FRGS CGeog (GIS) Peter has over 11 years’ experience in Geographical Information Systems and Software development for a variety of clients, including the Environment Agency, Network Rail and Norwich Union. This development has included the creation of desktop applications, tools and automated routines using Visual Basic, ArcObjects and MAPX. He also has experience of web development in NET and ASP. Rachael Brady BSc MSc PgCert MCIEEM Rachael is a Senior Ecologist with over 10 years’ experience of undertaking ecological and environmental assessments within the aquatic environment. Rachael has worked on a large number of land drainage and water level management projects for the Environment Agency, Internal Drainage Boards (IDBs) and local authorities. Rachael has also contributed to the production and implementation of Biodiversity Action Plans and Water Level Management Plans for a number of IDBs. René Dobson BEng CEng MICE René is the Engineering Manager for JBA Consulting and is a chartered engineer with 22 years’ experience in the engineering sector and over 12 years of specialist experience in water and environmental engineering in the UK and Ireland. He has a strong interest in achieving sustainable flood risk management solutions, which benefit the widest sections of our communities. Robert Cowan BSc MCInstCES MRICS Robbie is a chartered land/ engineering surveyor with 21 years’ professional experience of survey work. His experience has involved him in a range of project types, including landuse survey, topographic, hydrographic and building survey. At JBA Robbie is the Chief Land Surveyor and heads an in-house team of surveyors and survey assistants. In 2011 Robbie was elected to sit on the Chartered Institution of Civil Engineering Surveyors Council of Management thereby becoming a director and trustee of the Institution.