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E&ES303

Principles of Limnology E&ES303 FA

Section	Class Size	*Available	Times
1	18	0	Times: M.W.F.. 9:00AM-9:50AM;

*The number of spaces listed as available is based on class seats open for the current phase of registration. Some seats may be taken in previous phases while others may be held out for subsequent phases of registration. (Last Updated on Wed Mar 4 05:01:03 EST 1998 )

This course aims to introduce lakes, streams, wetlands and estuaries as landscape features and as physical, chemical, and biological systems that provide habitats for organisms ranging in size from microbes to monsters. We discuss geologic processes that produce and modify inland water basins. We investigate physical processes such as light transmission, water movements and patterns of lake stratification by comparing various temperate and tropical lake systems. The extraordinary variability in chemical composition of lake water is covered and the causes for these variations discussed. In the context of our new knowledge, we consider the importance of basin geology, chemistry and physics on plankton and fish species' abundance and distribution. Students will explore how fundamental science helps solve practical problems by delving into current ideas in the fields of eutrophication, acid rain, climate change, and contaminants. In addition, a series of case studies of lake restoration and management will be analyzed.

MAJOR READINGS

To be announced.

EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS

To be announced.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS

COURSE FORMAT: Lecture

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Level: UG Credit: 1.00 Gen Ed Area & Dept: NSM E&ES

Prerequisites: BIOL207 or E&ES106

Section 01: Beuning, K; Times: M.W.F.. 9:00AM- 9:50AM;; Grading Mode: A/F; Registration Preference (1 high to 6 low, 0=Excluded) Sr: 1, Jr: 2, So: 3, Fr: 0; Major Preference Given

Last Updated on MAR-03-1998

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