The distribution and movement of water (i.e. hydrology) is a large focus of Colorado’s current and future water plan (check out our State’s Water Plan). The technician and technical jobs required to best plan and use this water will require more engineers and physical scientists (Colorado Talent Pipeline Report). River Science’s Hydrology & Watersheds course focuses on the technical skillsets and professions required for best understanding, management, and implementation of our surface and groundwater. Students who pass this course and meet all requirements for certification will receive their Industry-Recognized Credential (IRC) as a Hydrology Technician 1.
Course Skillsets and Knowledge
Understanding future career options in this field
River and floodplain characteristics: field indicators
Streamflow measurements (mid-section method)
Hydrographs
How to use available resources for runoff statistics and return intervals (StreamStats)
Calculating and data management with spreadsheets
Landcover, land use impacts, and wildfire impacts