Stormwater Design Management Program

NC State University’s Fundamentals of Stormwater Design delivers advanced expertise in stormwater management and drainage system design. Building on the pioneering work of Rooney Malcom, professor emeritus of civil engineering at NC State University, the curriculum extends beyond theoretical concepts, offering practical solutions for real-world challenges. 

Through intensive study of fundamental principles and advanced applications, participants master the essential skills needed to develop efficient, integrated stormwater management systems that meet both regulatory requirements and environmental objectives.

Who can take this course

Civil engineers, landscape architects, stormwater managers, and environmental consultants who face complex drainage challenges in their daily work will find this course beneficial in enhancing their professional development needs.

 The program is particularly valuable for water management professionals seeking to expand their expertise beyond basic design principles and standard applications. Thousands of stormwater professionals throughout the United States have benefited from Rooney Malcom’s revolutionary “back to basics” approach developed in collaboration with Everette Knight, a professional engineer, creating a legacy of excellence in stormwater education.

Stormwater Management and Benefits

The Fundamentals of Stormwater Design course provides essential insights into developing innovative solutions for difficult sites, creating balanced systems that protect both infrastructure and the environment, and implementing cost-effective designs that remain maintainable over time. 

Professional engineers and architects can earn 15.0 Professional Development Hours (PDHs), 15.0 Learning Units (LUs), or 8.0 CE Hours for landscape architects while gaining expertise that sets them apart in their field and positions them as leaders in stormwater management. 

Participants emerge from this program equipped with the critical thinking skills and practical knowledge needed to tackle the most challenging drainage management projects.

Available Stormwater Courses