EVE 4420 - Wetland Studies

Credits: 3

Prerequisite(s): BIO 1080, CHE 1810, ENV 1200, and completion of General Studies

Description: This course offers a broad overview of wetland landscapes. Topics include: (1) Spatial distribution (local and national), (2) variations in wetlands topology (salt-water versus fresh-water and warmer versus colder climates), (3) relationships between wetlands (migratory flight paths), (4) wetlands ecosystems (5) human impacts on wetlands, (6) federal, state, and local wetlands regulations, and (7) international wetlands problems. Students will evaluate an engineered wetland and explore design, efficacy in nutrient removal and overall land use implications.