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GEOS 129 - Introduction to Hydrology

FC NSMA QFR
4 credits
Fresh water is a vital natural resource, and studying its distribution and movement on earth is critical for understanding climate and earth processes. This course provides an overview of the field of physical and applied hydrology from an earth science perspective. Students will learn the fundamental components and processes of the hydrologic cycle, including precipitation, evapotranspiration, infiltration, streamflow, and groundwater. Exercises with real world examples and data will be used to explore concepts. This course is open to non-majors.
This course is appropriate for new students.


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