JEO 322E - Hydrogeology

Course Description

Hydrogeology is the study of the occurrence, distribution, and movement of water below the surface of the earth. It looks at how water interacts with geological systems. Some parts of the world are blessed with frequent rainfall and plentiful surface water resources, but most countries need to use the water that is stored underground to supplement their needs. Hydrogeologists can help by locating suitable reserves and by assessing how much water is possible to extract without permanently damaging underground aquifers or surrounding ecosystems.