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Hydrology

Course #: ENVSCI 305, Class #: 7188, Section #: 01

Description

Hydrology is the science of dealing with the waters of the earth, their occurrence, distribution, circulation, and chemistry. This course introduces students to the physical science of hydrology in the context of its application to real world problems. Emphasis is placed on understanding the physical processes that form the water cycle (precipitation, evapotranspiration, runoff, infiltration, and groundwater flow).

Prerequisites

ENVSCI 281 and MATH 130 or above

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