Introduction to Quantitative Hydrology

This textbook serves as an introductory quantitative course on the fundamental elements of the hydraulic cycle. It further enhances students' understanding by discussing the latest advancements in hydrological science, covering both experimental and computational techniques.

List of contents

1 Introduction 2 Units and a Mathematical Refresher 3 The Hydrologic Cycle 4 Precipitation 5 Surface Water 6 Groundwater 7 Flow Nets 8 Groundwater Contamination 9 Surface Water Contamination 10 Virtual Laboratory Experiments 11 Hydrological and Climate Modeling 12 Advanced Data-Collection and Computational Techniques 13 Advanced Data Analysis Techniques Appendix A: Example Spreadsheet Use Appendix B: Graph Papers Appendix C: The Well Function

About the author

Aly I. El-Kadi earned his Ph.D. in Groundwater Hydrology from Cornell University's School of Civil and Environmental Engineering in Ithaca, New York. He currently serves as Professor Emeritus in the Earth Sciences Department and the Water Resources Research Center (WRRC) at the University of Hawaii (UH). His teaching and academic focus was on hydrology and groundwater modeling. Dr. El-Kadi's research covered critical areas such as the impact of climate change on water resource sustainability, numerical modeling of groundwater systems, and the simulation of multiphase flow and hydrocarbon transport. His work addressed the growing pressure on Hawaii's coastal aquifers due to population growth, economic development, and climate change. He also contributed to research in American Samoa and Jeju Island, Korea. Dr. El-Kadi is the author or co-author of around 170 publications, including two edited books. His career highlights include serving as the Associate Director at WRRC, which focuses on water resource challenges in Hawaii, American Samoa, and other Pacific islands.

Product details

• Authors: Aly I. El-Kadi, El-Kadi Aly I., Aly I. El-Kadi
• Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd.
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Release: 16.09.2025
• EAN: 9781032964935
• ISBN: 978-1-0-3296493-5
• No. of pages: 360
• Subjects: Natural sciences, medicine, IT, technology > Technology > Structural and environmental engineering; Social sciences, law, business > Business > Individual industrial sectors, branches; SCIENCE / Earth Sciences / Hydrology, TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING / Environmental / General, SCIENCE / Mechanics / Hydrodynamics, Hydrology & the hydrosphere, Civil engineering, surveying & building, Hydrology and the hydrosphere, Water industries, Energy industries and utilities, Civil engineering, surveying and building