Hydrology and Water Resources

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Hydrology and Water Resources examines the movement, distribution, and quality of water within the Earth’s atmosphere, surface, and subsurface environments. This course delves into the fundamental principles governing the hydrologic cycle—precipitation, evaporation, infiltration, runoff—and how these processes shape aquatic ecosystems, influence water availability, and support human activities. Students will investigate the complexity of freshwater systems, from rivers and lakes to groundwater aquifers, while evaluating the effects of climate change, pollution, and infrastructure development on water quantity and quality.
By exploring engineering solutions, policy frameworks, and integrated water management approaches, learners will discover strategies for ensuring reliable water supplies, mitigating floods, preventing droughts, and protecting water quality in both developed and developing regions. Through case studies and practical exercises, participants will gain the skills needed to assess water resource challenges, propose sustainable management plans, and contribute to evidence-based decision-making that secures this essential resource for present and future generations.

Curriculum

5 Sections
10 Lessons
0m Duration

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Section 1: Introduction to Hydrologic Science

2 Lessons

Module 1.1: The Hydrologic Cycle and Global Water Balance
Module 1.2: Hydrologic Measurements and Data Analysis

Section 2: Surface Water Hydrology

2 Lessons

Module 2.1: Watershed Hydrology and Runoff Generation
Module 2.2: Lakes, Wetlands, and Reservoirs

Section 3: Groundwater and Hydrogeology

2 Lessons

Module 3.1: Aquifer Properties and Groundwater Flow
Module 3.2: Groundwater Contamination and Remediation

Section 4: Water Resource Management and Policy

2 Lessons

Module 4.1: Integrated Water Resource Management (IWRM)
Module 4.2: Water Quality Standards and Regulations

Section 5: Climate Change, Risk, and Adaptation

2 Lessons

Module 5.1: Climate Variability and Water Availability
Module 5.2: Future Directions in Water Management

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Last Updated: May 2, 2025

This course includes

- Fundamental Hydrologic Processes: Build a firm understanding of the hydrologic cycle, including rainfall patterns, evaporation rates, and groundwater recharge.
- Water Quality and Contamination: Learn how pollutants enter water systems, assess their impacts on ecosystems and human health, and explore methods for treatment and prevention.
- Integrated Water Resource Management: Discover principles and tools for balancing ecological, economic, and social demands within watersheds and river basins.
- Engineering and Infrastructure Solutions: Examine the design and operation of dams, reservoirs, irrigation systems, and flood control measures that influence water distribution.
- Global Perspectives and Climate Adaptation: Investigate water resource challenges worldwide, considering climate variability, population growth, and the need for equitable resource allocation.