To characterize the physical phenomena which occur on the coastal region and to evaluate their influence on the design of coastal protection structures as well as on port structures. Namely:

1. to describe the evolution along the water column of physical quantities of the flow induced by the propagation of monochromatic waves;
2. to evaluate the change in wave height and wave direction associated to the propagation of monochromatic waves from offshore up to sheltered regions;
3. to estimate the characteristics of wind generated sea states;
4. to distinguish the several tide parameters;
5. to identify the parameters that control the beach profile;
6. to identify the major actions on coastal protection structures and on port structures;
7. to design ordinary coastal protection structures and port structures;
8. to design port approach channels and turning basins;
9. to select dredging equipment as well as the disposal site for dredged material.

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