Download as PDF
Hydrology
General
Program Title
Hydrology
Degree Designation
BS
Award Type
Baccalaureate
Program Level
Undergraduate
Instruction Mode
On Campus
Program Description
Hydrology is a program that focuses on the scientific study of the occurrence, circulation, distribution, and chemical and physical properties of surface and subsurface waters. It includes instruction in geology, physics, chemistry, and mathematics to support delivery of hydrologic and hydraulic concepts such as fluid mechanics, rainfall/runoff transformations, chemical-hydrologic interactions, numerical modeling, hydrologic analysis, and water resources management/engineering.
Admission Requirements
What previous degree and/or experience is required prior to admission to this program?
High School / GED
Required GPA for graduation
2.0
Number of credits in program
68
Requirements
Free Form Requisites
Program Requirements (68 credits)
62 credits: course, course, course, course, course, course, course, course, course, course, course, course, course; course; course; course, course; course, course.
Electives
6 credits, numbered 300 or above, which may include but are not limited to course, course, course, course, course, course, course, course, course, course, course, course, course, course, and course with prior advisor approval.
Students fulfill the University's Upper Division Writing Requirement by successfully completing course and course.
Notes
Students are required to maintain a GPA of 2.0 in the major to remain a Hydrology major.
See program website for additional information.
Program Learning Outcomes
Outcome
Problem Solving: Identify, formulate, and solve complex problems in hydrologic science by applying principles of science, engineering, and mathematics.
Outcome
Integrate Technology: Utilize technological tools (both hardware and software) to collect, process, analyze, and visualize hydrological and other scientific data.
Outcome
Communication: Communicate effectively with a range of audiences.
Outcome
Professionalism/Ethics: Recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in situations related to hydrologic science and make informed judgments, which can consider the impact of solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts.
Outcome
Teaming: Function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives.
Outcome
Investigation/Experiments: Develop and conduct appropriate investigations and experiments, analyze and interpret data, and use scientific judgment to draw conclusions.
Outcome
Self Education: Acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.
Degree Maps or Program Completion Plans
Major Code
8056
Program Code
5621