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[GEO301] Hydrology

Course Code

GEO301

Credits

Instruction Language

Azerbaijani

Course Type

Major Core

Course Description

This course examines the formation, circulation, distribution, and use of water resources on Earth. Students study the structure of the hydrosphere, water balance, and the characteristics and interactions of major water bodies, including oceans, seas, rivers, lakes, groundwater, and glaciers. Key topics include hydrometeorological processes, mechanisms of river flow formation, types of groundwater, classification of water resources, and principles of water resource management. The course also highlights the role of hydrology in preventing natural hazards such as floods, droughts, and landslides, as well as its importance for sustainable development. Designed for future geography teachers, the course develops an understanding of the ecological, economic, and social significance of water resources and supports the application of hydrological knowledge in educational practice.

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