James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2015

EA2006 - Hydrology

Credit points: 03
Year: 2015
Student Contribution Band: Band 2
Administered by: College of Science, Technology & Engineering

This subject is an introduction to fundamentals of hydrology, including surface water hydrology and groundwater hydrology as well as special issues. It outlines the fundamental concepts and methodologies used in the analysis of hydrological processes and their applications in practice. It discusses hydrological theories and technologies used for water resources management. The special issues cover water resources issues in Australia and the world, water quality, water pollution and treatment, salinity, irrigation hydrology, seawater intrusion, the role of water in climate change and global hydrology.

Learning Outcomes

Prerequisites:AT LEAST 12 CREDITS AT LEVEL 1
Inadmissible
Subject
Combinations:
EA2400 EA5016

Availabilities

Townsville, Internal, Study Period 1
Census Date 26-Mar-2015
Coordinator: Dr Stephen Lewis
Lecturer: Mr Aaron Davis.
Contact hours:
  • 26 hours lectures
  • 36 hours practicals
    Assessment:other exams (50%); quizzes or tests (20%); assignments (30%).

    Cairns, Internal, Study Period 1
    Census Date 26-Mar-2015
    Coordinator: Dr Stephen Lewis
    Lecturer: Mr Aaron Davis.
    Contact hours:
    • 26 hours lectures
    • 36 hours practicals
      Assessment:other exams (50%); quizzes or tests (20%); assignments (30%).

      Note: Minor variations might occur due to the continuous Subject quality improvement process, and in case of minor variation(s) in assessment details, the Subject Outline represents the latest official information.