This paper will develop basic mathematical skills as related to hydrology, and competence dealing with hydrological datasets. There is a focus on global and national issues on freshwater resources, as well as the key environmental issues surrounding water allocation.
About this paper
| Paper title | Freshwater Resources: Monitoring and Management |
|---|---|
| Subject | Geography |
| EFTS | 0.15 |
| Points | 18 points |
| Teaching period | Not offered in 2025 (On campus) |
| Domestic Tuition Fees ( NZD ) | $1,243.65 |
| International Tuition Fees | Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website. |
- Prerequisite
- GEOG 101
- Restriction
- GEOG 399
- Schedule C
- Arts and Music, Science
- Eligibility
- No prior experience is required, however, a 100-level background introductory paper to earth science is beneficial.
- Contact
- geography@otago.ac.nz
- More information link
- View further information about GEOG 299
- Teaching staff
- Course Coordinator: Dr Sarah Mager
- Paper Structure
This paper is comprised of two modules: the first module is an introduction to the core concepts of physical hydrology; and the second module covers contemporary issues in freshwater resources including the impacts of land use change and over allocation on river systems.
Laboratories: Students will work each week in a small group as part of the laboratory programme, and develop communication and time management skills in the preparation of written work.
Assessment is 55% internal (on-going during the semester) and 45% external (final examination).
- Teaching Arrangements
2 lectures and 1 x 3 hour laboratory session per week.
- Textbooks
No set textbook is required but there will be a recommended reading list, and readings identified for each lecture.
- Graduate Attributes Emphasised
- Global perspective, Communication, Environmental literacy.
View more information about Otago's graduate attributes. - Learning Outcomes
- Familiarisation with the global environmental issues surrounding freshwater resources; develop practical skills collecting hydrological data and its analysis.