IAHR TRAINING COURSES SERIES

Joint IAHR - CTGU Training Course on Advanced Hydraulic Engineering

10-20 August 2025

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 Course Introduction

This course is organised jointly with the China Three Gorges University (CTGU) under the new IAHR Training Courses Series. The "Advanced Hydraulic Engineering (AHE)" course is an international 14-day study program designed to provide advanced knowledge and skills for students in civil and hydraulic engineering. The course combines theoretical content and field visits to major water conservancy projects, such as the Three Gorges Dam and Gezhouba Dam.

The water conservancy engineering discipline of CTGU played a significant role in the construction of the world's largest hydropower project, the Three Gorges Dam - a world-class landmark water conservancy project.

 Format

The course is hybrid face-to-face and online.  

The face-to-face format includes both in-person lectures and on-site study visits to major water conservancy projects, such as the Three Gorges Dam and Gezhouba Dam, where participants gain in-depth technical knowledge and explore the engineering challenges addressed during their construction. 
The online format focuses on live-streamed lectures delivered by leading experts, providing remote learners with access to the core academic content of the course, from anywhere in the world. 

Videos recordings will be available to watch on demand!

 Dates

Face-to-face Format
10 - 20 August 2025; location CTGU.

Online Format
11 - 16 August 2025.

Eligibility Requirements (for the face-to-face format) 

1. Master or doctoral national or international students with a background in hydraulic engineering, civil engineering, environmental science and other related fields of study and practicing engineers who wish to delve deepter into the fundamentals of hydraulic engineering. 

2. Keen interest in water conservancy engineering, willing to learn and share knowledge. 

3. Able to communicate in English.

 Programme Highlights

• Lectures are delivered by leading experts in hydraulic engineering from around the world, who share both their extensive theoretical knowledge and practical experience.

• The programme covers topics such as hydrology, water resources management, hydraulic engineering design, environmental impact assessment, and digital twin river systems. It places a strong emphasis on integrating theory with practical application.

• The programme includes study visits to renowned nearby water conservancy projects, such as the Three Gorges Dam and Gezhouba Dam. Participants will gain in-depth technical knowledge of these projects and discuss the engineering challenges that were overcome.

• The programme is designed to provide ample opportunities for interaction between teachers and students, as well as peer-to-peer exchange, fostering international collaboration and friendship.

• Students who complete the course and pass the assessment will receive a certificate of completion jointly issued by CTGU and IAHR.

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 Fees & Enrolment

Face-to-face Format (already closed)

• Course Fee: USD 1,500 per person. 
  This includes tuition, field trip expenses, accommodation, meals, and insurance. 
  Transportation costs to and from CTGU and visa fees are not included and must be covered by the participant. 

• Discount: A 10% discount on the registration fee is available for all IAHR members.

• Enrolment Capacity: The course aims to enrol 40 participants.

• Financial Assistance: Participants in need of financial support are encouraged to: 

    - Apply for funding support from CTGU. 

Online Format (deadline for registration 7 August)
FREE | Only for IAHR Members.

 How to participate

Face-to-face Format  (Already closed)

To register for the physical format of the course, please follow these three steps: 

1. Visit the course website.

2. Download and complete the registration form. 

3. Send the completed form to one of the following email addresses: 

    zhou_jianfu@ctgu.edu.cn

    zhoujianfu2024@outlook.com

Early registration is encouraged, as places are limited.
Deadline: 31 May 2025

Online Format 
Registration for the online format is exclusively for IAHR Full Members | IAHR Associated Members are invited to upgrade to Full Membership.

Registration is free of charge, but you must be an IAHR Full Member to participate. Please enter your IAHR membership number in the registration form. This number will be verified before access to the course is granted.

If you are not yet a Full Member, you can join IAHR online here (membership fee €105 or €53 depending on the country). If you need assistance with the process, please contact Ms. Sally Feng at membership@iahr.org.

Note: When you become a member of IAHR and complete the online payment, you will receive a welcome letter with a link to your receipt. When you click on that link, you will access the membership centre and be able to download your payment receipt. This is also possible for existing members.

However, if you require an invoice or a customised invoice (change of address, description, or any other modification), please contact training@iahr.org, including proof of your membership fee payment. 

If your organization can cover training costs but not membership dues, please follow the standard membership process and request a customized invoice for the course registration fee by contacting training@iahr.org.

Access & Recordings

Once your membership is verified and your registration approved, you will receive a confirmation email from Zoom with a unique link to access the course. This may take some time depending on the verification process. If you do not receive it yet, please send an e.mail to training@iahr.org.

Note that the unique link in the Zoom email is the ONLY access to this course and must NOT be shared with other people.

You can always consult the updated lecture program on this webpage, as the version shown in Zoom emails may not be accurate.

All sessions will be recorded and made available on demand for registered IAHR Full Members.

 Certificate of attendance 

Certificates of attendance are available upon request for a fee of €50. If you wish to request a certificate:

• Make the payment via PayPal here, and include your IAHR membership number in the payment description.

• Send the PayPal receipt to Ms. Gabriela Alvarez at training@iahr.org.

• Certificates will be processed on a first-come, first-served basis.

The certificates will be jointly issued by IAHR and CTGU, and will include the course dates and total number of training hours.

 Speakers 

 Become a Sponsor!

As a sponsor of this training course, you will enjoy significant visibility across a variety of IAHR platforms and promotional channels, including: 

• Displaying your logo and linked company name on the training course webpage.

• Displaying your logo and linked company name on promotional emails.

• Displaying your logo and linked company name in social media campaigns.

• Displaying your logo on the certificate of attendance.

• Verbal recognition by the organiser at the opening & closing of the event, as well as at the start of each lecture.

• One year of FREE small institute membership (for non-members). 

Additional Benefits for Premium Sponsors:

• A 2-minute slot for a video showcasing your activities, products, or services. 

• Invitation to participate in panel discussions or roundtables organised by IAHR during the year. 

• Customisable Activities: We can tailor a sponsorship plan based on your specific needs, including additional advertising opportunities or a broader presence at multiple events. More info about our events here. 

Classic Sponsorship Fee: 

• €3,000 for non-IAHR Members (Large institutes >450 employees)

• €2,000 for non-IAHR Members (Small institutes <450 employees)

• €1,000 for IAHR Institute Members 

Premium Sponsorship Fee: 

• €5,000 for non-IAHR Members (Large Institutes >450 employees) 

• €3,500 for non-IAHR Members (Small Institutes <450 employees) 

• €2,500 for IAHR Institute Members 

For any further information on sponsorship, please contact publications@iahr.org