Surface Hydrology

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Covers observation and theory of the physical processes involved in the hydrologic cycle.  Processes considered include atmospheric radiation and transport, rainfall, infiltration, runoff generation, stream flow, evaporation, transpiration, rainfall interception and snow processes.  Problem sets, a short term paper, and a final examination.

Prerequisites: 1.71J (Introduction to Hydrology) or equivalent
Graduate (Spring)
3-0-9 H-LEVEL Grad Credit
Professor E.A.B. Eltahir

 

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