Overview

This topic offers the knowledge needed to investigate the dynamics of groundwater flow in aquifers. The topic is delivered in four parts: Part 1 includes groundwater and the hydrologic cycle - which covers the movement of water in the earth; Part 2 includes groundwater flow, including flow to wells, such … For more content click the Read More button below.

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Aims

This topic aims to instil in students' knowledge and an appreciation of the storage and transport of groundwater, and its importance as a global water resource and integral part of the hydrologic cycle.

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Assumed knowledge

University graduate-level earth sciences and an undergraduate degree in environmental science, hydrology or a relevant discipline of science and engineering.

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