GEOG 2810 - Introduction to Water Science

An introduction to water science, including historical perspectives, the hydrologic cycle, surface and groundwater hydrology, water quality, water and the biosphere, water management, and water resource issues. Focuses on understanding natural and social processes affecting water resources over space and time at a variety of scales.

Location: L
Credits: 3
Classroom Lecture Hours: 45
Lab Hours: 0
Prerequisite(s): GEOG 1500 or GEOL 1010 and either high school chemistry or one semester of college chemistry; or permission.