Natural Water Systems (MLJ510)
Natural Water System gives an introduction to the main water systems on earth - surface waters and water systems in soil and atmosphere - salt- and fresh waters. Emphasis is put on geo-/physical and biogeochemical conditions, transport processes and other aquatic ecological aspects. The course contributes to the knowledge base for aquatic environmental technology, which is a key topic for being able to fulfill the UN sustainability goals.
Course description for study year 2023-2024. Please note that changes may occur.
Course code
MLJ510
Version
1
Credits (ECTS)
10
Semester tution start
Autumn
Number of semesters
1
Exam semester
Autumn
Language of instruction
English
Content
Basic knowledge of all Earth's water systems, hereunder:
- The Atmosphere (atmospheric processes, climate and weather, hydrological cycle)
- Freshwater systems (catchment hydrology, rivers and groundwaters, lakes and wetlands, glaciers and permafrost, particular focus on lake eutrophication and biogeochemical processes)
- Sea water systems (ocean basins, wind and ocean circulation, waves and tides, coasts)
- Particles in water, sedimentation and sediments (sea-, lake-, river sediments and soils)
- Organisms and ecology (fresh- and sea water fauna, habitats and ecology)
Learning outcome
Required prerequisite knowledge
Recommended prerequisites
Exam
Written exams
Form of assessment | Weight | Duration | Marks | Aid |
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Written midterm exam | 1/2 | 3 Hours | Letter grades | Dictionary |
Written final exam | 1/2 | 3 Hours | Letter grades | Dictionary |
All assessment parts must be passed in order to obtain a final grade in the course.There will be no resit exam for the midterm exam. Students who do not pass the midterm exam may retake this the next time the course is lectured.
Coursework requirements
Participation to field course.
Completion of mandatory lab assignments connected to the field course are to be made at the times and in the groups that are assigned and published on Canvas. Absence due to illness or for other reasons must be communicated to the laboratory personnel as soon as possible. One cannot expect that provisions for completion of the lab assignments at other times can be made, unless prior arrangements with the laboratory personnel have been agreed.
Failure to complete the assigned field and labs or not having them approved will result in not being able to access the exam.
Course teacher(s)
Course coordinator:
Steinar SanniCoordinator laboratory exercises:
Erling Berge MonsenCoordinator laboratory exercises:
Hans Kristian BrekkenHead of Department:
Ingunn Westvik JolmaMethod of work
Overlapping courses
Course | Reduction (SP) |
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Natural Water Systems (MET150_1) | 10 |