Climate Adaptation

On-demand: Nature-Based Solutions for Coastal Resilience (OD-25-3-134)


Description
Coastal Nature-Based Solutions (NBS) offer innovative and sustainable ways to enhance resilience against erosion, flooding, and storm surges. However, what works in one location may not be effective in another, making well-informed design and assessment crucial to success. This course provides early-stage practitioners, designers, assessors, and councils with the knowledge and tools to implement NBS effectively while managing associated risks.

This three-part course explores the fundamentals of coastal NBS, covering key processes, benefits, design considerations, and risk assessment. Participants will gain practical insights into the use of mangroves, reefs, seawalls, wood, and rock structures to reduce wave energy and protect shorelines. Real-world case studies will highlight best practices, common challenges, and regulatory requirements.

This course builds on the introductory webinar linked in the description below
Content
  • pre-course
  • Introduction
  • Preparation
  • Pre-Course Survey
  • Part 1
  • U1 - Course Introduction
  • U2 - Benefits & Growing use of NBS Globally
  • U3 - Coastal NBS Solutions
  • U4 - Engineering Requirements
  • U5 - Coastal Processes
  • U6 - Design Considerations | Homework Exercise| Part 1 Wrap-up
  • Part 1 Homework | Upload local case study
  • part 2
  • U7 - Part 1 Review | Engineering Requirements | Coastal Processes & Tools
  • U8 - Part 1 Homework Case Study Discussion
  • U9 - Wave Height Dissipation | Beach Nourishment | Mangroves
  • U10 - Russel Island Case Study | Nourishment with Dutch Design Method
  • U11 - Part 2 Homework | Design a Beach Nourishment Campaign
  • U12 - Discussion | Part 2 Wrap-up
  • Part 2 Resources
  • Part 2 Homework | Beach nourishment campaign & calculations
  • part 3
  • U13 - Part 2 Review | Calculate Design Conditions
  • U14 - Part 2 Homework | Coochimudlow Island Case Study | Resources
  • U15 - Reducing Wave Height | Mangroves & Vegetation
  • U16 - Beach Nourishment Campaign Review
  • U17 - Supporting Features | Resources
  • U18 - Case Study: John Oxley Reserve | Erosion Issues | Supporting Features
  • U19 - Improving Habitat | Seawalls | Summary of Costs | Oysters
  • Part 3 Resources
  • post course
  • Final Feedback Survey (complete to receive certificate)
Completion rules
  • You must complete the units "Introduction, Preparation, Pre-Course Survey, Final Feedback Survey (complete to receive certificate)"
  • Leads to a certificate with a duration: Forever