DIRECT ASSESSMENT DOCUMENTATION

CIV E 530 - OPEN-CHANNEL HYDRAULICS

Prepared by Dr. Victor M. Ponce

January 19, 2021

Relevant Outcomes
Items Assessed
Assessment Rubric
Fall 2020
Outcome 1
An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.
Homework No. 12: Unsteady flow

A. Calculate Lagrange celerities

Number
from 1 to 5
3.4
Homework No. 12: Unsteady flow

B. Determine the type of flood wave (kinematic, diffusion, dynamic)

Number
from 1 to 5
3.7
Outcome 7
An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.
Homework No. 5: Uniform flow

A. Calculate channel discharge using the Manning equation, with the aid of an online calculator.

Number
from 1 to 5
4.3
Homework No. 5: Uniform flow

B. Calculate flood discharge using the USGS slope-area method, with the aid of an online calculator.

Number
from 1 to 5
4.0
Outcome 8
An ability to apply knowledge of mathematics through differential equations, calculus-based physics, chemistry, and at least one additional area of basic science.
Homework No. 7: Gradually varied flow

A. Calculate an M1 water-surface profile using an online calculator.

Number
from 1 to 5
4.3
Homework No. 7: Gradually varied flow

B. Assess the type of prevailing water-surface profile in a given flow situation; then, use an online tool to calculate the profile.

Number
from 1 to 5
3.7
Outcome 12
An ability to design a system, component, or process in at least two civil engineering contexts.
Homework No. 10: Rapidly varied flow

A. Design a WES (Waterwaters Experiment Station) high-overflow spillway.

Number
from 1 to 5
5.0
Homework No. 10: Rapidly varied flow

B. Calculate the sequent depth of a hydraulic jump using an online calculator.

Number
from 1 to 5
4.3