University General Course Catalog 2026-2027 
    
    Sep 06, 2026  
University General Course Catalog 2026-2027

NRES 784 - Vadose Zone Hydrology

(3 units)
Theory and applications of fluid flow and contaminant transport in the vadose zone including surface physics, numerical simulation of fluid flow and reactive transport of contaminants. (GEOL 784 and NRES 784 are cross-listed; credit may be earned in one of the two.)

Grading Basis: Graded
Units of Lecture: 3
Offered: Every Fall

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. develop flow and transport calculations in porous media.
2. demonstrate familiarity with numerical methods of solving fluid flow in porous media.
3. demonstrate proficiency in presenting complex numerical simulation results.


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