TUFLOW Modelling Log

A modelling log is highly recommended and should be a requirement on all projects. It is a technical document that provides a history of all key modelling assumptions. The log may be in Excel, Word or other suitable software. Use of a modelling log has the following benefits:

• It provides a record of model development;
• it facilitates traceability of input sources and modeller actions; and
• aids in the transfer of models between different users.
  

The format of the modelling log is up to the individual or company. However, it is common to use a spreadsheet be developed for use as a modelling log. Typical details to be entered into the log are:

• names (or ID) of TUFLOW simulation control files;
• date of simulation;
• model user;
• details of the event modelled (duration, recurrence interval, etc.); and
• changes since last simulation.

A template modelling log is included in the Module_01\Tutorial_Data folder of the files supplied with the TUFLOW tutorial downloads.