ECTS
6 credits
Component
Faculty of Science
List of courses
Choice of 2 out of 5
Numerical modeling methods
2 creditsMass & heat transport - Geothermy / Transport modeling
3 creditsProject management-2
3 creditsIrrigation and development
3 creditsScientific writing
3 credits
Numerical modeling methods
Study level
BAC +5
ECTS
2 credits
Component
Faculty of Science
The content of the module is divided into 3 sequences:
1) a sequence to define concepts, get to grips with a tool (R) and review the vocabulary of statistical estimation and its application to the calibration of hydrological parameters;
2) a sequence on uncertainty and sensitivity analysis methods, and
3) a sequence on data assimilation applied to hydraulic modeling. The course will also be introduced by a presentation from a design office executive on the usefulness of this type of approach in engineering.
Mass & heat transport - Geothermy / Transport modeling
Study level
BAC +5
ECTS
3 credits
Component
Faculty of Science
This course covers the concepts of mass and heat transfer in aquifers, as well as the characteristics of low- to high-energy geothermal energy.
The vulnerability of the underground resource will be assessed and, where appropriate, methods for protecting the aquifer from pollution will be evaluated. Various techniques for cleaning up aquifers will also be discussed, with particular emphasis on the answers offered by numerical simulation tools.
The principles of geothermal energy will also be discussed, with examples of specific systems based on the three types of geothermal energy (from shallow to very deep, from low temperature to very high temperature).
Project management-2
Study level
BAC +5
ECTS
3 credits
Component
Faculty of Science
This course covers project planning and task time estimation, the SWOT matrix/sabotage exercise, risk management, meeting organization and facilitation, and oral project presentation. Other elements of project management can be addressed on a case-by-case basis, such as financial management, the role of the project manager, relations with partners, and the use of tools such as the to-do list, Kanban, shared calendar, etc.
Following on from the Project Management UE of Master 1, the Project Management UE of Master 2 is designed to verify the assimilation of skills acquired in the previous year, and to go further by focusing on a longer project (a few weeks to a few months), whether individual or in a group, a study project or a personal project.
Irrigation and development
Study level
BAC +5
ECTS
3 credits
Component
Faculty of Science
The three main models of irrigation worldwide - large-scale hydraulics, community irrigation and private irrigation - are presented in their historical context, based on an in-depth documentary analysis and illustrations of concrete cases, with a focus on the Mediterranean region.
These three different irrigation models are presented (ideology, construction, water management, agricultural development, actors, etc.) using a theoretical framework based on oxymorons. These models are then illustrated through various case studies, presented in PowerPoint presentations, videos and articles.
The main references for each type of irrigation system will be presented and discussed. Each irrigation model is discussed with the students, who present their analyses through a guided exercise. Once the three irrigation models are understood, the course focuses on the analysis of rural development models linked to irrigation. The analysis is based on a critical analysis of dualistic development theory, applied to irrigation systems.
Scientific writing
Study level
BAC +5
ECTS
3 credits
Component
Faculty of Science
Every future Master's graduate, whether with a "Professional" or "Research" profile, needs to master the tools and codes of effective scientific written communication. Improving your scientific writing skills is essential if you are to add value to your work and communicate it to your peers, colleagues, clients...