Hydrology

3 credits · Undergraduate

(3 hrs Lecture | 2 hrs Lab) This course examines all major components (precipitation, evaporation, streamflow, groundwater) of the hydrologic cycle with the most attention being given to surface hydrology. The emphasis throughout the course will be placed upon the methods by which each component may be measured or estimated. Additional topics to be covered include the causes and consequences of floods, flood frequency analysis, estimation of peak streamflows, snow hydrology, sediment transport, water balance methods, and urban hydrology. Weekly assignments will provide experience in the practical aspects of data treatment, measurement techniques, and methods of prediction. This course is offered in alternate years. Restrictions: Students may not hold credit for this course and GEOG-4221. Requisite Courses: GEOG-1205(3), or the former GEOG-1201(3) and GEOG-1202(3) or permission of instructor [prerequisite(s)]; GEOG-3210L (lab) (must be taken concurrently).