WS M 402/502 Air and Water: An Introduction to Environmental Fluids and their Movement We are constantly surrounded by air and water, but how much do we really know about these two very different fluids? Understanding the dynamics of air and water is fundamental for addressing important issues related to environmental science, natural resources, and our watersheds. In this class we will develop a strong comprehension of the basic properties of air and water, critical to addressing almost any environmental issue. Additionally, we will discover differences between fluids at rest and in motion. We will explore what can be transported by air and water and how it is transported. Any number of questions will be contemplated from "Why are distressed fish found in river eddies?", "Why do 'swamp' coolers work in the desert?", "How is a redwood able to grow so tall?" to "How do windbreaks protection vegetation?", etc... Offered: Fall Semester, Tuesdays and Thursdays 12:30 pm to 1:45 pm Classroom: Biological Sciences East Room 225 Instructor: Dr. Shirley A. (Kurc) Papuga Contact: kurc@ag.arizona.edu or 520.621.3803 Prerequisites: MATH 124 or MATH 125; PHYS 103 or consent of instuctor Textbook(s): Required: Air and Water, The Biology and Physics of Life's Media by Mark W. Denny, Recommended: A Brief Introduction to Fluid Mechanics by Donald F. Young, Bruce Other Materials: Required: Calculator Course Flyer: Flyer for Fall 2009 Syllabus: Syllabus for Fall 2009 Course Flyer: Flyer for Fall 2008 Syllabus: Syllabus for Fall 2007 Course Flyer: Flyer for Fall 2007 Back Row: Sarah, Shane, Daniel, Alli, Hazel, Peter Smith, Rachel, Jon Front Row: Phyllis, Shirley Kurc, Jamie, Carol Peter Smith, lead PI for the Phoenix Mars Mission came to speak to the 2008 class about air and water on other planets. Photo by Juan Villegas