At ESPOL’s Faculty of Geosciences Engineering (FICT), educational programs focused on water resources management are offered through the course on Hydraulics. This course enables students to understand hydrodynamics and its impact on the environment in a country characterized by a high density of waterways.
The course, taught by Professor Mijail Arias, covers topics related to methods for characterizing flow patterns, different types of flow regimes, and the probability of flooding, as well as understanding the causes of scouring under bridges. Through technical analysis and experimentation, students acquire the tools to address challenges associated with flooding, river management, and land-use planning.
This educational approach contributes to the development of solutions that directly impact the quality of life in communities, promoting a vision of water as a strategic resource for sustainable development. The initiative aligns with ESPOL’s institutional commitment to training professionals capable of addressing the country’s real-world problems through applied engineering.
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Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
SDG 4: Quality Education, by strengthening technical skills in student training.
SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure, by promoting engineering solutions for proper water management.
SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities, by promoting responsible water risk management.
SDG 13: Climate Action, through the study of disaster risks associated with natural phenomena.
