GES 317 - Water Quality

(3.00)

An introduction to basic physical, chemical and biological characteristics of natural waters, focusing on the sources and pathways by which contaminants enter aquatic systems and the impacts of water pollution on aquatic ecology and human health. Topics discussed also include drinking-water standards, wastewater treatment, point and non-point source contamination, and methods for prevention or remediation of contamination. The course concentrates most heavily on surface water quality, but some attention will be devoted to groundwater quality. Students are encouraged to complete CHEM 101 prior to enrolling in this course.

Components: Lecture
Requirement Group: GES 110