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GE 414

Hydrologic Fluid Dynamics

Catalog2026-2027
Credits3 units
LevelUpper Division
Average gradeB-
Standard

Overview

Description

Physical principles governing natural flows in the land phase of the hydrologic cycle: open channel and saturated/unsaturated porous media flow. Erosion and sediment transport.

Requirements

Prerequisites

MATH 182PHYS 180

Recommended Preparation

MATH 283
Original catalog text

Prerequisites

MATH 182; PHYS 180.

Recommended Preparation

MATH 283.

Units

Lecture3

Catalog Details

Offering

Offered: Every Fall

Terms

fall

Attributes

Standard

Learning Outcomes

  • apply basic concepts from physics and mathematics to fluid dynamics.
  • demonstrate improved problem solving skills.
  • develop foundation of knowledge concerning fluid flow.
  • develop spreadsheet skills for assessing fluid dynamics problems.