Course Details

After successfully completing this course, you will be able to:

• LO-1 Explain the historical context of both simple and complex water issues.
• LO-2 Explain the natural physical processes of water.
• LO-3 Define the primary components of water quality.
• LO-4 Examine the impacts, both positive and negative, that water projects such as dams and irrigation systems have on the surrounding area.
• LO-5 Describe the water resources management responsibilities of such agencies that exist at the local, state, regional and federal levels.
• LO-6 Analyze those aspects of the environment that are at risk from water shortages, poor water quality, or water development projects.
• LO-7 Integrate knowledge of the roles that geography, climate, technology, and population growth play in all aspects of water use.
• LO-8 Evaluate how water conflicts are resolved around the world.

Required Readings

See the Lessons section of the classroom for additional readings and weekly lecture notes

Additional Resources: Please go to the program guides in the APUS Library for additional resources:

• Environmental Science: http://apus.libguides.com/environmental_science

Software Requirements

• Microsoft Office (MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint) - American Public University System provides Microsoft Office 365 to AMU/APU students and faculty at no cost
• Adobe Acrobat Reader