Irrigated Agriculture & Water Resources

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Hear Dr. Ramchand Oad, CSU civil engineering professor, describe some of the effects of irrigated agriculture on water resources and the hydraulic research CSU is conducting in this field. How do we manage and use water resources for agriculture in a conservative way, and in a way that doesn't hurt the environment? Irrigation is a wonderful and necessary technology, but it can be harmful if we don't do our part to make it a proactive citizen.

Colorado State University is a leader in water-related issues and one of the few institutions providing an online graduate degree in civil engineering with a focus on water resources and management.

With an ever-growing population, today's civil engineers face the challenge of building and maintaining a sustainable infrastructure. One of our most critical resources is water, and the Master of Engineering in Civil Engineering program, offered online through CSU OnlinePlus, prepares you to tackle the evolving water concerns and other infrastructure issues facing future generations.

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