Hydrologic random variables and probability distributions. Statistical measures, development and use of Monte Carlo simulations in the generation of precipitation fields. Statistical tests of hydrologic data. Point frequency and regional frequency analysis. Analysis of hydrologic time series. Long-term trend, harmonic analysis of periodicity, autocorrelation, spectral analysis. Correlation and regression analysis. Linear stochastic models.
Half-time to full-time work on thesis. May be repeated to a maximum of six semesters.
Half-time to full-time work on dissertation. May be repeated to a maximum of six semesters.
Independent work on selected research problems in one of the various fields of biosystems and agricultural engineering. Consultation and laboratory by appointment. May be repeated three times for a maximum of nine credits.
Residency credit for dissertation research after the qualifying examination. Students may register for this course in the semester of the qualifying examination. A minimum of two semesters are required as well as continuous enrollment (Fall and Spring) until the dissertation is completed and defended.
May be repeated to a maximum of 12 hours.
May be repeated indefinitely.
The course is designed for BAE graduate students and is a required course. The course will cover: 1) framing research and technical writing; 2) proposal development and mock review panel; 3) tools for successful research; and 4) multimodal communication and teaching skills. Through this course, students will gain skills needed for successful graduate study in the profession of biosystems and agricultural engineering.
May be repeated twice.
Students will carry out a laboratory research project and related reference reading. Laboratory: 9-36 hours per week. May be repeated to a maximum of 12 credits.
