ECSC0355A-S25
Water Resources & Hydrogeology
Water Resources and Hydrogeology
Fresh water is the most fundamental resource sustaining life on the planet. In this course we examine all elements of the hydrologic cycle, focusing first on precipitation and surface water flow and then on subsurface flow. We study examples from across the globe to understand factors influencing water quality and availability, and apply mathematical approaches to quantify constraints on sustainable use. The consequences of climate change and other anthropogenic impacts to the hydrological cycle are examined, and current issues and policies are discussed in light of increasing demands on water resources and associated natural systems. (ENVS 0112 or any 0100-level ECSC/GEOL course) 3 hrs. lect./3 hrs. lab (formerly GEOL 0355)
Fresh water is the most fundamental resource sustaining life on the planet. In this course we examine all elements of the hydrologic cycle, focusing first on precipitation and surface water flow and then on subsurface flow. We study examples from across the globe to understand factors influencing water quality and availability, and apply mathematical approaches to quantify constraints on sustainable use. The consequences of climate change and other anthropogenic impacts to the hydrological cycle are examined, and current issues and policies are discussed in light of increasing demands on water resources and associated natural systems. (ENVS 0112 or any 0100-level ECSC/GEOL course) 3 hrs. lect./3 hrs. lab (formerly GEOL 0355)
- Term:
- Spring 2025
- Location:
- McCardell Bicentennial Hall 417(MBH 417)
- Schedule:
- 9:45am-11:00am on Monday, Wednesday (Feb 10, 2025 to May 12, 2025)
- Type:
- Lecture
- Course Modality:
- In-Person
- Instructors:
- Peter Ryan
- Subject:
- Earth & Climate Sciences
- Department:
- Earth & Climate Sciences
- Division:
- Natural Sciences
- Requirements Fulfilled:
- DED SCI
- Levels:
- Undergraduate
- Availability:
- View availability, prerequisites, and other requirements.
- Course Reference Number (CRN):
- 22747
- Subject Code:
- ECSC
- Course Number:
- 0355
- Section Identifier:
- A