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Unit 7: Low-Impact Development and Green Infrastructure

Welcome to the unit on low-impact development. In this unit, you will be introduced to the concept of green infrastructure and learn how to use computer software to evaluate the effect of low-impact development on the hydrologic cycle.

Pre-Class Assignments

Activity 7.0 Pre-Class Assignments

Come prepared for class by installing the necessary software and completing the pre-class assignments.

In-Class Activities

Activity 7.1 EPA National Stormwater Calculator, Part 1: Setup Case Study

In this activity, you will use the U.S. EPA National Stormwater Calculator to determine the effect of urban development on runoff.

  • Review the Unit 7 Activity handout (Microsoft Word 2007 (.docx) 42kB Aug26 24)
  • Follow instructor to complete demonstration

Activity 7.1 EPA National Stormwater Calculator, Part 2: Low-Impact Development (LID) Controls

In this activity, you will explore the impact of LID controls on storm water runoff.

  • Continue with case study to explore LID control alternatives
  • Compute LID control benefits and compare with the baseline conditions
  • Select final plan and record results, be prepared to report to class

Activity 7.1 EPA National Storwmater Calculator, Part 3: Individual Report

In this activity, you will synthesize your efforts in a summary brief.

  • Prepare your individual report
  • Select results to include in report
These materials are part of a collection of classroom-tested modules and courses developed by InTeGrate. The materials engage students in understanding the earth system as it intertwines with key societal issues. The collection is freely available and ready to be adapted by undergraduate educators across a range of courses including: general education or majors courses in Earth-focused disciplines such as geoscience or environmental science, social science, engineering, and other sciences, as well as courses for interdisciplinary programs.
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