CBM 542E - Eutrophication

Course Objectives

1. Detailed analysis of eutrophication problem and its effects on aquatic ecosystems
2. Presentation of approaches in the assessment of trophic status of freshwater and marine ecosystems
3. Comprehension of eutrophication control strategies

Course Description

Definition of eutrophication, adverse effects of eutrophication, factors effecting eutrophication, effect of stratification on eutrophication, sources of nutrients, nutrient cycles, phytoplankton kinetics, assessment of trophic status for freshwater and marine ecosystems, eutrophication monitoring, eutrophication modeling, eutrophication control strategies, eutrophication related policies, case studies