INTRODUCTION

Coastal environments are complex regions which are diverse in function and form. They are constantly subjected to environmental pressure due to human interventions and exploitation as well as climate change impacts. A good level of coastal engineering knowledge is required to contribute to resolving the various conflicting interests between the coastal environment and human use of the coastal environment. This short course outlines the fundamental principles of coastal engineering and the governing rules in assessing the coastal environments. The course gives an overview of several topics including wave theory, wave transformation, tides, nearshore currents, sediment transport, coastal morphology, coastal protection and management, as well as assessment methods and tools. This short course is ended with two detailed case studies of real-life coastal engineering projects – Seri Tanjung Pinang 2 reclamation works and Kuala Besut Rivermouth improvement works.