As part of the Continuing Education activities of the Civil Engineering Department at the College of Engineering, Al-Mustaqbal University, a scientific workshop entitled “Design and Hydraulic Analysis of Radial Gates in Water Control Structures” was conducted. The workshop was delivered by Assistant Lecturer Farah Hameed Abdulkhudhur, with the attendance of a number of faculty members and students.
The workshop introduced radial gates and highlighted their importance in hydraulic structures, particularly their role in regulating water levels and controlling water discharges in dams, canals, and irrigation projects.
It also covered the main components of radial gates and their operating mechanisms, the hydraulic principles governing their performance, and the analysis of water pressure and hydrostatic forces acting on them. Furthermore, the workshop addressed the fundamental engineering principles involved in gate design and dimension selection, highlighting their practical applications in water resources projects.
The workshop aimed to enhance participants’ engineering knowledge and develop their technical skills in the design and analysis of hydraulic structures, while bridging the gap between theoretical concepts and practical applications. It also sought to strengthen scientific and professional capabilities and keep pace with modern developments in water resources management.
This workshop reflects the Civil Engineering Department’s commitment to implementing continuing education programmes, promoting the exchange of specialized knowledge and expertise, and developing engineering competencies in support of the Sustainable Development Goals, particularly SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation.