ENVS S407 - Snow Hydrology

Institution:

University of Alaska Southeast

Subject:

Environmental Science

Description:

3 credits (3+2) Cross-listed GEOG S407. An in-depth look at processes related to snow in mid-latitude areas. Topics include snow formation in the atmosphere, snow accumulation and distribution, snowpack metamorphism, avalanche dynamics, snowmelt runoff and chemistry, techniques for measuring snow properties, and case studies. Labs will entail collection of field data as well as analysis of data. Required labs may take place on Saturday. Prerequisite: Science or geography major with upper division standing, or instructor permission.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture/Lab

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Institution Website:

www.uas.alaska.edu

Phone Number:

(877) 465-4827

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

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