Guidelines for monitoring and evaluating beach erosion and shoreline dynamics: report of a training workshop Tarawa, Kiribati, 14-16 March 2000

Abstract

The following is a transcript and a report of lectures/training delivered In Tarawa, Kiribati on Guidelines for Monitoring and Evaluating Beach Erosion and Shoreline Dynamics. The training/lectures are part of in-country training and capacity building on Coastal Processes. These lectures were delivered between 14-16 March 2000, at the Otintai Hotel, Tarawa, Kiribati. The lecture discussed the need for understanding beaches, beach dynamics and neashore processes within the framework of coastal hazards and risks. Erosion and erosion processes were discussed, as wells as the hydrodynamics aspects of nearshore environments. Engineering In the coastal zone was presented, within the framework of the coastal project cycle. Examples of coastal engineering projects were discussed, with reference to current port and harbour development. In south Tarawa and the Nippon Causeway. In addition, coastal protection structures were examined in the field and Issues related to the appropriateness of these were highlighted. Construction material used along the shorefront were discussed, In particular concrete and Its performance In coastal environments. Issues related to optimum coastal management and engineering were also discussed. A full list of up-to-date and state-of-the-art references on the subject is also given and is Included in this report.