The primary purpose of the course is to examine basic concepts and practices dealing with water issues, agricultural pollutants, irrigation and drainage, water conservation methods, and design and evaluation of water management systems at the field and watershed scale. This course will also evaluate the effects of management practices on yield, water quality and water use efficiency. The course will review basic principles of hydrology, erosion, saturated and unsaturated flow, soil-water-air- plant relationships, land planning and development. Prerequisite: SLSC 338 or equivalent, Senior standing. (F;S;SS)