Overview

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This course offers a comprehensive examination of the critical components and design principles involved in hydropower engineering. Key topics include storage zones within reservoirs and water level control, forces impacting gravity dams, and hydraulic design principles for dams, barrages, and desilting basins. The course also addresses basic design requirements and procedures for embankment dams. The learners will explore water conductor systems, power intake structures, and methods for hydraulic and structural analysis of these components. The course covers the design of head race tunnels, including considerations for economic diameter, structural integrity, and seepage control. Additionally, the course delves into surge tanks, surge shafts, and surge chambers, focusing on hydraulic and structural design principles. Penstocks and pressure shafts are discussed, including classifications, design load conditions, and design procedures. The course also covers the design of turbine and generator floors, stability analysis of powerhouse structures, and considerations for underground powerhouses. Target Learners:  Undergraduate students of Civil Engineering  Post-Graduate Students of Integrated Water Resources Management  Post-Graduate Students of Structural Engineering  Faculties of Civil Engineering Domain  Working Professionals in the above domain & other aspiring learners Pre-requisites:  Fundamental knowledge on Fluid Mechanics, Applied Hydraulics, Water Resources Engineering  Exposure to Indian codal standards

Syllabus

Design of Headworks, Desiliting Basin & Embankment Dam

This module outline focuses on the hydraulic and structural design considerations essential for headworks and structural components. It begins with an examination of storage zones and reservoir control levels, followed by an analysis of the forces acting on gravity dams and the general hydraulic design principles for dams. The module then delves into the specific hydraulic design aspects of barrages and desilting basins, covering both foundational requirements and detailed procedures. Finally, it addresses the basic design requirements and procedures for embankment dams, providing a comprehensive overview of dam design and hydraulic engineering.

Analysis and Design of power intake structures

This module focuses on the critical components and analyses related to water intake in hydropower systems. It begins with an overview of the water conductor system. The module then delves into the design and function of power intake structures, followed by a detailed exploration of hydraulic analysis. Finally, it addresses the stability and structural analysis of power intake structures ensuring their integrity under various operational loads. This comprehensive approach ensures a thorough understanding of power intake design and performance.

Design of Head Race Tunnel & Surge Shaft

This module focuses on the design and construction aspects of head race tunnels and surge systems in hydropower projects. It covers the determination of the economic diameter for head race tunnels, their structural design, and methods for seepage control. The module also addresses the excavation and rock support systems necessary for tunnel construction. It further delves into the design of surge systems, including surge tanks, the hydraulic design of surge shafts, and the structural design of surge chambers, providing a comprehensive overview of these critical components in hydropower infrastructure.

Design of pressure shaft and Powerhouse

This module outline focuses on the design and structural analysis of penstocks, pressure shafts, and powerhouses in hydropower projects. It covers the classifications and design load conditions for penstocks, including pressure rise calculations and loads for both underground and surface installations. The module details the design procedures for pressure shafts and pipes, followed by the structural design of turbine and generator floors, including data collection, load combinations, and stability analysis. It further addresses the design considerations for underground powerhouses, covering superstructure and substructure design, as well as the management of joints and flood protection, providing a comprehensive overview of these critical structural elements.