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GEOL 414 - Hydrologic Fluid Dynamics

(3 units)
Physical principles governing natural flows in the land phase of the hydrologic cycle: open channel and saturated/unsaturated porous media flow. Erosion and sediment transport. (GEOL 414 and NRES 414 are cross-listed; credit may be earned in one of the two.)

Prerequisite(s): MATH 182 PHYS 180 . Recommended Preparation: MATH 283 .

Units of Lecture: 3
Offered: Every Fall

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. apply basic concepts from physics and mathematics to fluid dynamics.
2. demonstrate improved problem solving skills.
3. develop foundation of knowledge concerning fluid flow.
4. develop spreadsheet skills for assessing fluid dynamics problems.


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