ENSC 3500 - Environmental Hydrology

Units: 4
The hydrologic cycle from precipitation, evapotranspiration, infiltration and runoff, to surface and groundwater. Hydrograph analysis, effects of human activities on streamflow and the riparian environment. Surface water and groundwater contamination and remediation methods. Predicted effects of climate change on water resources in California and the Western U.S. Prerequisites: GEOL 2101 or GEOL 2210 or equivalent; ENSC 2800 or ENSC 2801 or ENSC 2802 or equivalent; and CHEM 1011 or equivalent. Cross-listed: GEOL 3500.