• Applied Hydraulics and Hydrology
• Hydraulic Engineering
• Disaster Management
• Fluid Mechanics
• Irrigation Engineering

• Extreme rainfall estimation
• Design flood estimation
• Trend Analysis of hydro meteorological events
• Dam safety 
• Stochastic hydrology
• Rainfall – Runoff Modelling
• Teaching in Higher Education
• Application of Computational Fluid Dynamics 

Publications as Theses/Dissertations 

• “An integrated approach for estimating Probable Maximum Precipitation incorporating the concept of threshold”, PhD Thesis, University of Moratuwa, Sri Lanka (2011). http://dl.lib.uom.lk/handle/123/2031
• “The estimation of Probable Maximum Precipitation for Sri Lanka”, Master of Engineering Thesis, University of Moratuwa, Sri Lanka (2005). http://dl.lib.uom.lk/handle/123/695
• “Specification and guidance for economic cement usage”, Undergraduate project report, University of Moratuwa (1992)

Research Publications in Refereed Journals

• Kuruwita Arachchi, V.L., Fernando, W. C. D. K. and Wickramasuriya, S.S. (2023). “Effectiveness of geometrical parameters on discharge capacity of piano key weirs: a review”, Sustainable Water Resources Management, 9(5). https://doi.org/10.1007/s40899-023-00907-1
• Fernando, W. C. D. K. and Bandara, R. M. P. S. (2022). “Reading as a learning strategy for engineering undergraduates”, Innovations in Education and Teaching International, 59(2), pp. 183-192. https://doi.org/10.1080/14703297.2020.1835687
• Bandara, R. M. P. S., Fernando, W. C. D. K. and Attalage R. A. (2021). “Modelling of aerosol trajectories in a mechanically–ventilated study room using computational fluid dynamics in light of the COVID-19 pandemic”, International Journal of Simulation and Process Modelling, 17(4), pp. 250-262. http://dx.doi.org/10.1504/IJSPM.2021.122504
• Fernando, W. C. D. K. and Wickramasuriya, S. S. (2021). “Concept of threshold in the estimation of Probable Maximum Precipitation: Hershfield’s method revisited”, Journal of Hydrologic Engineering, 26(3). https://doi.org/10.1061/(ASCE)HE.1943-5584.0002045
• Fernando, W. C. D. K., Wijesinghe, A. V. G. G. and Athapattu, B. C. L. (2020). “Capturing rainwater for urban living”, Journal of Engineering Technology, Vol. 8 (1), pp. 33-40.
• Naveendrakumar, G., Vithanage, M., Kwon, H., Chandrasekara, S. S. K., Iqbal, M. C. M., Pathmarajah, S., Fernando, W. C. D. K. and Obeysekera, J. (2019). “South Asian perspective on temperature and rainfall extremes: A Review”, Atmospheric Research, 225, pp. 110-120, https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0169809518310330
• Wickramasuriya, S. S. and Fernando, W. C. D. K., (2012). “Challenges in dam safety and extreme rainfall estimation in relation to Sri Lanka”, Engineer, Journal of the Institution of Engineers, Sri Lanka, Vol. XXXXV(01), pp. 39-49,  http://doi.org/10.4038/engineer.v45i1.6948
• Fernando, W. C. D. K. and Wickramasuriya, S. S., (2011). “The hydro-meteorological estimation of probable maximum precipitation under varying scenarios in Sri Lanka”, International Journal of Climatology, Vol. 31, pp. 668-676. https://doi.org/10.1002/joc.2096
• Fernando, W. C. D. K. and Wickramasuriya, S. S., (2007). “Estimating probable maximum precipitation – from research to design”, Engineer, Journal of the Institution of Engineers, Sri Lanka, Vol. 40(4), pp. 116-122. http://doi.org/10.4038/engineer.v40i4.7162

Research Publications in Refereed Conferences/Symposia

• Gunathilaka, K. M. S. S., Fernando, W. C. D. K. & Wickramasuriya, S. S. (2023). “Estimation of Probable Maximum Precipitation in the Context of Climate Change”, 16^th International Research Conference on Achieving Resilience through Digitalization, Sustainability and Sectoral Transformation - KDU (pp. 17). http://192.248.104.6/handle/345/6874
• Ranasinghe, S. N., Fernando, W. C. D. K. & Wickramasuriya, S. S. (2023). “Investigation of trends in multiday extreme rainfall”, 16^th International Research Conference on Achieving Resilience through Digitalization, Sustainability and Sectoral Transformation - KDU (pp. 16). http://ir.kdu.ac.lk/handle/345/6880
• Ashvini, H. G. D. S., Gunasekara, N. K., Fernando, W. C. D. K. & Prasanna, R. (2023). “Assessing the role of insurance companies in flood insurance coverage in Sri Lanka”, National Conference on Disaster Risk Reduction and Management in Sri Lanka: Science, Policy and Practice  (DRRMSL), (p. 29-30).
• Gunasekara, N. K., Ashvini, H. G. D. S. & Fernando, W. C. D. K. (2022). “Decision making on flood risk in small ungauged urban basins”, Dealing with the unexpected, Information Systems for Crisis Response and Management (ISCRAM) Asia Pacific Regional Conference, Practitioners abstract on Modelling and simulation.
• Chathuranga, G. K., Fernando, W. C. D. K., & De Silva, P. K. C. (2021). “Analysis of multi-day extreme rainfall events in Kelani River basin”, In P. Hettiarachchi (Ed.), Proceedings of Civil Engineering Research Symposium 2021 (p. 37). Department of Civil Engineering, University of Moratuwa. http://dl.lib.uom.lk/handle/123/17815
• Lokubandara, R.W.M.N.T. and Fernando, W.C.D.K. (2021). “Impacts of changing rainfall patterns on hydropower generation: A case study of Kehelgamu Oya sub-basin”, Security, Stability and National Development in the new normal, 14^th International Research Conference, General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University. pp. 102-106.
• Fernando, W. C. D. K. and Bandara, R. M. P. S. (2021). “Perception of students in adapting to online learning during COVID-19”, 17th Annual SLAIHEE Conference on Higher Education in Sri Lanka, pp. 12-17.
• Bandara, R. M. P. S. and Fernando, W. C. D. K. (2020).“Positive perceptions and improved engineering undergraduate course design following a staff development session on constructive alignment”, 16thAnnual SLAIHEE Conference on Higher Education in Sri Lanka, pp. 37-42.
• Wickramarachchi, W. C. P., Gunasekara, N. K., Fernando, W. C. D. K. and Wickramasuriya, S. S., “A study of flood forecasting and mapping for the Attanagalu oya”, 5th International Conference on Science, Engineering and Environment (SEE), Bangkok, Thailand, pp 735-740, 2019.
• Bandara, R. M. P. S. and Fernando, W. C. D. K. (2019). “Use of divergent assessment method to assess computational modelling competencies of Engineering undergraduates”, 15th Annual SLAIHEE Conference on Higher Education in Sri Lanka, pp. 1-4, 2019.
• Bandara, R. M. P. S. and Fernando, W. C. D. K., “Use of groupwork to promote design competencies of Mechanical Engineering undergraduates”, 14th Annual SLAIHEE Conference on Higher Education in Sri Lanka, pp. 1-5, 2018.
• Bandara, R. M. P. S., Attalage, R. A. and Fernando, W. C. D. K., “Optimizing life cycle cost of buildings through simulation-based optimization”, 6th International Conference on Architecture and Civil Engineering, Singapore, 2018.
• Bandara, R. M. P. S., Nimarshana, P. H. V., Attalage, R. A. and Fernando, W. C. D. K., “Predicting indoor air quality and thermal comfort using energy simulation and computational fluid dynamics”, Proceedings of the 73rd Annual Sessions, SLAAS, 2017.
• Fernando, W. C. D. K. and Wickramasuriya, S. S., “Probabilistic modelling of extreme rainfall events within the wet zone of Sri Lanka”, Proceedings of the 20th IAHR-APD Congress, Colombo, Sri Lanka, 2016.
• Bandara, R. M. S. P., Attalage, R. A. and Fernando, W. C. D. K., “Making realistic predictions on building energy performance through coupled energy simulation and computational fluid dynamics”, National Energy Symposium, 2015.
• Samarakoon, M. B. and Fernando, W. C. D. K., “A comparison of water quality changes in Kandawala lake before and after restoration”, Sustainable development through equitable sharing, Wayamba International Conference, WinC 2014, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka, Proceedings, p. 84, 2014.
• Fernando, W. C. D. K. and Kumanayake, R. P., “Implementing outcome based education through problem based learning: A case study of Kotelawala Defence University”, Expanding developmental horizons through education, research and innovation, International Research Conference, 2014, General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University, 2014.
• Wickramasuriya, S. and Fernando, W. C. D. K., “Investigation of probable maximum precipitation for disaster risk reduction in Sri Lanka”, International Conference on Building Resilience, Books of abstracts, p. 75, 2011.
• Fernando, W. C. D. K. and Wickramasuriya, S. S. “A statistical approach for estimating the probable maximum precipitation in Sri Lanka”, Proceedings of the National Symposium on Promoting Knowledge Transfer to Strengthen Disaster Risk Reduction and Climate Change adaptation, Environmental Committee of the Sri Lanka Association for the advancement of Science and Disaster Management Centre, pp. 108-115, 2009.
• Fernando, W. C. D. K. and Wickramasuriya, S. S. “Improved procedures for estimating rainfall extremes”, Proceedings of the International Statistics Conference, Applied Statistics Association of Sri Lanka, pp 12-13, January, 2009.

Research Publications in Non-refereed Conferences/Symposia

• Fernando, W. C. D. K. and Wickramasuriya, S. S., “The behavior of daily rainfall extremes in the context of climate change”, Ensuring national security through reconciliation and sustainable development, Annual Symposium, 2012, General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University, 2012.
• Fernando, W.C. D. K. and Indrarathne, H. D. B. N., “Applicability of English language teaching methodology in teaching Engineering subjects to promote active learning”, Challenges in post-conflict of Sri Lanka, Annual Symposium, 2011, General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University, p. 77, 2011.
• Fernando, W. C. D. K. and Wickramasuriya, S. S., “Estimating extreme rainfall in Sri Lanka under monsoonal and cyclonic environments”, Exploring new spheres for a better future, Annual Symposium, 2009, General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University, p. 31, 2009.
• Fernando, W. C. D. K. and Waidyasekera, D. L., “Lake pollution control and need for restoration – The case of Kandawala lake, Ratmalana”, Proceedings of the Water Professionals’ Day Symposium, Session 01, pp. 63-77. October, 2007.
• Fernando, W. C. D. K. and Wickramasuriya, S. S., “Some issues in the estimation of probable maximum precipitation”, Proceedings of International Conference on Sustainable Water Resources Management in the changing environment of the monsoon region, Sri Lanka, United Nations University: Japan, Vol. 1, pp. 153-165. November, 2004.

Scientific and Literary Communications

Bandara R. M. P. S., Fernando W. C. D. K. & Attalage R. A. (2021) How safe are we against Covid-19 in air-conditioned buildings?, SLEN, Issue 58. https://iesl.lk/SLEN/58/COVID-19_in_air%20conditioned_buildings.php

• Received a Merit Award by the National Research Council (NRC) for Scientific Publication in the year 2011. (Received in 2014)
• The First place on “Water Resources Development and Future Challenges” – Role of Engineering and Technology, IESL/IWMI award for best technical paper, 2011.
• The award for SEDA (UK), University of Colombo, 2011.
• The award for the Certificate of Teaching (CTHE), University of Colombo, 2011.
• The award  for the  best  Civil  Engineering  student  in  Transportation Geotechnical Engineering – 1988/89, University of Moratuwa, Sri Lanka.

• Associated Member – IESL
• Member SLAAS