This is a PROSPECT course that applies HEC-RAS for One-Dimensional Unsteady Flow Modeling. The course provides participants with the knowledge to effectively use  HEC-RAS to model and analyze hydraulic conditions in natural and constructed channels, utilizing one-dimensional unsteady flow hydraulics

Topics covered in this course are listed below.

  • Overview of Unsteady Flow Modeling and Example Applications
  • Introduction to the Unsteady Flow Equations
  • Geometric Data Pre-processing
  • Description and Uses of Boundary Conditions and Initial Conditions 
  • Accessing and Utilizing Model Output in HEC-RAS and RAS Mapper
  • Modeling Bridges Inline Structures, Lateral Structures and Storage Areas
  • Calibration of Unsteady Flow Models
  • Detecting and Fixing Common Model Stability Problems
  • Advanced Features in HEC-RAS
  • Introduction to Dam and Levee Breach Modeling
  • Introduction to Rules for Controlling Structures

HEC PROSPECT class materials are centrally located at https://www.hec.usace.army.mil/confluence/prospect.

The 1D Unsteady Flow class is located here: HEC-RAS 1D Unsteady Flow