NR 140 - Stream Ecology

Institution:

Grays Harbor College

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Description:

Prerequisite: ENGL 095 or placement in ENGL& 101; or instructor permission. Stream ecology will explore the biological, chemical and physical components of stream and watershed function. Lectures will focus on the processes of stream formation, and the factors that control, sediment run-off, nutrient cycling, species abundance and distribution. Particular emphasis will be placed on the role that the upland watershed plays in the determination of stream function. Laboratory exercises will focus on the field observation and analysis of the on-campus model watershed and stream as well as a comparison of this system to additional off-site watersheds. Students will be evaluated on both lecture and laboratory material, however, the focus of the curriculum will be the application of these techniques to a student directed group research project. 3 lecture hours; 4 lab hours. Vocational program course. May be used as a general elective in the AA degree.

Credits:

5.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.ghc.edu

Phone Number:

(360) 532-9020

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Quarter

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