Bridge the gap between simulation and reality to design, test, and build resilient water infrastructure that performs under real-world conditions.
Hydraulic and computational modelling now plays a central role in water infrastructure decision-making, shaping outcomes in flood management, drainage design, coastal resilience, and network planning. However, the value of these models depends not only on software capability, but also on how well engineers understand the assumptions, limitations, and uncertainties embedded within them.
This session examines hydraulic modelling from a practical engineering perspective, focusing on how models are developed, interpreted, and applied in real infrastructure projects. It explores the relationship between computational outputs and engineering judgement, and how modelling informs design decisions in complex water systems where risk and uncertainty must be carefully managed.
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2 activities • 1 videos • duration: 1h 13m
Chartered Professional Engineer, Water Infrastructure & Hydraulic Engineering Specialist
Ahmadreza Ebadati is a Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) with more than 14 years of experience spanning industry and consultancy. Based in Auckland, New Zealand, he is associated with Holmes Aus & NZ and holds a qualification from the University of Auckland. His expertise includes hydraulic engineering and water infrastructure, supported by published research on long-wave run-up modelling and coastal engineering. Ahmadreza combines technical expertise with practical engineering experience to deliver innovative solutions for complex infrastructure projects.
