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Dec 26, 2024
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NRES 295 - Wildlands Hydrology (3 units)
Most water managed by humans is derived from wildlands that are not fit for cultivation, such as the vast basins and ranges of Nevada. This course teaches students the fundamentals of wildlands hydrology in the context of current and future natural resource challenges.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 127 or higher. Corequisite(s): NRES 217 or BIOL 314 .
Grading Basis: Graded
Units of Lecture: 3
Offered: Every Spring
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. interpret complex scientific information and figures from both technical and lay literature.
2. analyze ecohydrological datasets in order to critique previous resource management decisions.
3. employ concepts of wildlands hydrology to assess alternative scenarios and make management decisions.
4. apply visual and oral communication skills to effectively convey their decision making process.
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