This course investigates the principles which determine the chemical quality of surface and sub-surface waters in the environment and application of these principles to solving of environmental and engineering problems. Use of quantitative solution methods including computer modeling is generously incorporated. Minimum of one semester of physics is strongly recommended. A qualitative and quantitative study of groundwater availability and movement, and the development of groundwater as a resource. Included will be pertinent geologic and engineering aspects of groundwater flow and the effect of man on the groundwater regime.
Laboratory includes a field investigation.
This course investigates the physical watershed system and the effects of land use on the quantity and quality of water resources. Included will be an introduction to the roles of the various governmental agencies and private organizations in the practice of watershed management. Emphasis on geologic literature, classroom presentation and group discussion of current geologic topics. To earn a bachelor's degree with honors in geology, a student must conduct research and write a thesis based on the research. Course may not be repeated.