Aquatic Toxicology & Wetland Dynamics in Freshwater Systems. Cr. 2

Melinda Coogan, Buena Vista University

UI: 00L:130 Aquatic Toxicology & Wetland Dynamics

ISU: Ia LL 493 undergraduate

ISU: Ia LL 593 graduate

UNI: 890:130g

This course provides fundamental knowledge and understanding of the scientific concepts related to the physio-chemical and biological environment, addresses problems and issues (global, national, regional, and local) of freshwater systems, and describes how wetland restoration is used to ameliorate problems.  Basic tools used to assess aquatic toxicological problems will be discussed during lecture and applied during field and laboratory activities.  Meets August 4-15, 2008.   There are no prerequisites.

Morning lectures and afternoon field and laboratory experiences will culminate in weekly exams and lab practical assessments.   A cumulative final exam will not be included. 

Schedule:

Week 1 – Lecture: global hydrological cycle and influence of climate, geology,

                and anthropogenic effects

               Field and Laboratory: toxicological assessment tools used in     

                freshwater systems

Week 2 – Lecture: water resource management and regulations emphasizing

                wetland remediation

               Laboratory: wetland assessments and watershed effects