Table 8 .33 presents a generalised list to help guide reviewers and modellers in carrying quality control checks on the modelling. This list is not exhaustive, and experienced modellers who know what to look for must at all times carry out the reviews.
Table 8.33 Quality Control Check List
Item
Description
Checked
Modelling Log
A modelling log is highly recommended and should be a requirement on all projects. The log may be in Excel, Word or other suitable software. A review of the modelling log is to be made by an experienced modeller. It should contain sufficient information to record model versions during development and calibration, along with observations from simulations. A model version naming and numbering system needs to be designed prior to the modelling. The version numbering system should be reflected in input data filenames to allow traceability and the ability to reproduce an old simulation if needed.