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2011-2012 Gainesville State College Catalog 
    
2011-2012 Gainesville State College Catalog [Archived Catalog]

ESCI 4002K - Limnology


A study of the structure and function of lake and reservoir ecosystems, including the physical, chemical, geological and biological characteristics and processes. The interaction between lakes/reservoirs and their watersheds and management strategies for these systems are emphasized. The laboratory component includes field sampling, laboratory analysis and data analysis of water quality parameters and aquatic communities. GIS and other computer programs will be used in the analysis of land use patterns as well as in the analysis of limnological data.

Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisite: GISC 2011/2011L, BIOL 1108/1108L and CHEM 1212/1212L or consent of instructor.

Hours:
4

Location Offered: Gainesville

Notes:
One full day Saturday field trip is required.