India is an agricultural country. Indian economy is mainly based on rainfall obtained during monsoon season (June to September) and during the post monsoon season (October – November). However the agricultural production crucially depends on water resources and efficient water management. An efficient water management requires rainfall information (observation, archival, proper analysis). Therefore, eight states in India and IMD are involved in World Bank aided Hydrology Project (1996).
The project objectives include enhancement of capabilities of agencies in surface water and ground water hydrology for collection and management of hydrometric and water quality data and the use of such data for water resources evaluation. Further, it is a human resource development to attempt to produce qualified staff for all hydrological activities (field observations, data processing, data management specialists for applications and understanding of hydrological data).
Personnel from various agencies related to state hydrology and water resource management are participating in this programme. Three level training courses (designed by IMD) are:
Qualifications:
Designed for personnel involved in field observation
Period and Location:
3 - 4 Weeks, at Pune, Banglore, Thiruvanthapuram, Hyderabad, Bhubaneshwar, Bhopal, and Chennai Centres
Main Objective:
In this course candidates are trained both in practical and theoretical aspects of operation of Ordinary Rain Gauge (ORG) and Self Recording Rain Gauge (SRRG). CTI has trained 1814 personnel in 93 batches.
Subjects Taught:
Mode of Evaluation of Performance:
Objective type test, covering practical exercises also.
Qualifications:
Designed for Junior Engineers (diploma in engineering) or Assistant Engineers
Period and Location:
3 -6 Weeks, at CTI, Pune
Main Objective:
This course covers all the operational aspects of Full Climate Station (FCS) and the scrutinization of data for ensuring quality. Till March 2003, CTI has trained 240 personnel in 14 batches.
Subjects Taught:
Mode of Evaluation of Performance:
Practical and theoretical exams (One paper each)
Qualifications:
Designed for Senior Level officers of Central and State Hydrological Agencies
Period and Location:
2 Weeks, at CTI, Pune Centre
Main Objective:
This course fully covers advanced aspects of hydrometeorology and use of hydro-meteorological data in dam design for flood warning and for management of water resource projects. Till March 2003, CTI has trained 39 personnel in 5 batches.
Subjects Taught:
Mode of Evaluation of Performance:
Practical and theoretical exams (One paper each)