ENVR 1690 Hydrology and Water Resources

Year
Year 1
Semester
Second Semester
Credit
3
Program Description

Study of the water cycle, watershed dynamics, and sustainable water resource management.

Course overview

Hydrology and Water Resources introduces the science of water movement across and under the land surface. You will study the water cycle, watershed dynamics, and the principles of sustainable water resource management. The course covers how water moves through the environment, how it is affected by human activity, and how we can manage it responsibly.

Who takes this course

This course is required for students in the Water & Wastewater Technician program.

Credits: 3 · Hours: 45

Prerequisites

None

Learning outcomes

  • Trace the stages of the water cycle and identify key processes in a local watershed.
  • Measure and interpret basic hydrological data, including stream flow and groundwater levels.
  • Evaluate the impact of land use changes on water quality and quantity.
  • Apply principles of sustainable management to protect local water resources.

Evaluation

Component Weight (%)
Midterm examination 30
Watershed field report 30
Final examination 40