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Regulatory Review of Hydrogeology Studies Studies

Regulatory Review of Hydrogeology Studies
Course Description


Groundwater Modeling Courses - Applied Groundwater Flow and Transport Modeling View Course Brochure!

This 4-day course provides an overview of how to review a hydrogeologic study from a regulatory perspective, with attention given to the groundwater modeling component and how it is reported. This has applications in reviewing modeling studies, peer review of consultant workplans, and specification of modeling requirements for tendering groundwater studies.

Lecture Format

The course uses a combination of lectures to give background and theory, and hands-on exercises to clarify concepts. The lectures cover a wide range of topics from developing and reporting the hydrogeologic conceptualization in GIS, to calibrating a groundwater flow and transport model, as well as reviewing the components of a hydrogeologic study report.

Lab Exercise Format

The exercises are designed to show the benefits of site conceptualization in GIS, the strengths and weaknesses of groundwater flow and transport models, and the integration between the two. Each model exercise was developed for a specific application and emphasizes concepts such as defining groundwater heads using MODFLOW, particle pathlines using MODPATH, water budgets using ZoneBudget and transport results analysis using MT3D and RT3D. The limits of each model are discussed to give reviewers an idea of when they are being used appropriately and when they are being used inappropriately.

Reviewing Groundwater Analysis Reports

Finally, the detailed components of a standard groundwater analysis report are discussed to provide guidance on how well the consultant has prepared a report, and when it is necessary to ask for peer review by a specialist.

Course software: Visual MODFLOW Pro, AquiferTest, U.S. EPA WHPA Model, BioScreen & Prince


Regulatory Review of Hydrogeology Studies
Objectives & Benefits


From hands-on experience, you will learn...

Skills necessary to effectively and efficiently review a hydrogeologic analysis report
Components of a complete groundwater modeling report
Applications of flow and transport models in a complete groundwater study
Understanding steady-state vs. transient analysis for groundwater model predictions
Effective use of GIS information in the conceptual and numerical model development
When to apply analytical models vs. finite difference and finite element models
Understanding uncertainty in hydrogeologic analysis, how models are calibrated, and how
    error is reported
How to recognize when peer review by a modeling specialist is required

Regulatory Review of Hydrogeology Studies
Course Topics


Fundamentals of reviewing hydrogeology reports and groundwater modeling studies
Conceptualizing site hydrogeology/hydrology
Integrating GIS into groundwater modeling
Understanding the impacts of site conceptualization on model predictions
Assigning model boundary conditions and evaluating the impact on model results
Principles of 3D groundwater flow modeling using USGS MODFLOW-2000
”Behind-the-scenes” of MODFLOW
Understanding sub-regional water budget analysis using USGS ZONEBUDGET
Analyzing pathlines and capture zones using U.S. EPA WHPA and USGS MODPATH
Principles of contaminant transport
Reactive transport modeling with MT3D/RT3D
Uncertainty analysis of model results (flow paths, capture zones, contaminant plumes)
Theory behind model calibration and WinPEST
Understanding model calibration results, model error, and reporting of error statistics
An overview of analytical and numerical modeling software


Regulatory Review of Hydrogeology Studies
Course Schedule

Day 1
Course Introduction
Lecture: Insights in Using GIS in Modeling Studies
Lecture: Principles of Groundwater Modeling
Exercise: Intro: Introduction to Groundwater Modeling
Lecture: Overview of Aquifer Test Analysis
Exercise: Pumping Test and Slug Test Analysis

Day 2
Lecture: Overview of Analytical & Numerical Models
Exercise: Analytical WHPA Modeling (WHPA)
Exercise: Analytical Transport Modeling (Prince)
Lecture: Principles of MODFLOW
Lecture: Principles of MODPATH
Lecture: Principles of ZoneBudget
Exercise: Numerical Groundwater Modeling (Mildmay)

Day 3
Exercise: Numerical Groundwater Modeling (Mildmay)
Lecture: Fundamentals of Natural Attenuation
Exercise: Analytical Transport Modeling (BioScreen)
Lecture: Principles of Transport Modeling
Exercise: Numerical Transport Modeling (Drumco plume)

Day 4
Lecture: Theoretical Approaches to Model Calibration
Exercise: Valley - Calibrating a MODFLOW Model
Lecture: Calibration Results: What do they mean?
Lecture: Reviewing Modeling Reports: What to Look For!
Exercise: Numerical Groundwater Modeling (Open Pit)

Note: Breaks and lunchs are not listed.

Regulatory Review of Hydrogeology Studies
Registration and General Information


Registration:
For your convenience, we accept the following payment methods: bank transfer, money order, certified check or credit card. The registration fee includes the course notebook, materials, instruction and beverage breaks. After payment is received, a letter will be sent to you that confirms your space in the course and provides all the necessary details on transportation and accommodation. Pre-registration is necessary to reserve a space in our limited-enrollment courses and to ensure that a copy of the course materials is available. If you are unable to pre-register, please call or send an email to confirm that space is available in the course.

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Or contact:

Waterloo Hydrogeologic, Inc.
Tel. (519) 746-1798
Fax (519) 885-5262
sws-training@slb.com

When registering, please indicate requirements for handicapped facilities, equipment, materials, or diet. Please advise us of special requirements 30 days prior to the beginning of the course.

Discounts:

Discounts are available as follows:

10 % off each registration fee when 3 or 4 people from the same company register simultaneously     for the same course. Registration must be submitted with total payment (check, government P.O.     or credit card) together to qualify.

20% off each registration fee when 5 or more people from the same company register     simultaneously for the same course. Registration must be submitted with total payment (check,     government P.O. or credit card) together to qualify.

20% off when registering for two or more WHI courses within the same year. Payment must be     submitted for all courses to qualify.

One 10% student discount per 10 people in the course is available on a first come, first serve basis.     Other student discounts are available from time to time, please call to inquire.


Course Cancellation Policy/Substitutions: A 100% refund is granted for course cancellations if WHI is notified at least three weeks before the course. Cancellations made less than three weeks prior to the course will receive a $500 cancellation charge. One substitute is permitted per registrant for the entire course; daily substitutions are not permitted. WHI must be notified prior to the first day of the course when a substitution will occur.

Airline Information: Please do not purchase non-refundable airline tickets more than 21 days prior to the course. Should a course require cancellation WHI is not responsible for non-refundable airline tickets.

Logistical Information: Daily instruction is from 8:00 a.m. to approximately 7:00 p.m. with beverage, lunch and dinner breaks. Complete information on venue location and other logistical details are provided in your registration letter. For additional tourist information, contact your travel agent or the host city's chamber of commerce.

Tax Deduction for Education Expenses: An income tax deduction is permitted for education expenses (registration fee, cost of travel, lodging, and books) undertaken to either maintain/improve skills required in one's employment/business, or meet expressed requirements of an employer imposed as a condition to retain employment, rate status, or rate of compensation. Meals and beverages may be deductible up to 50%.

Guarantee: If you are not completely satisfied with the content of this course, WHI will refund the entire registration fee within 30 days of the program. Please submit in writing the reason(s) you were dissatisfied within 30 days of the course.

Note: WHI reserves the right to amend courses, change speakers, or revise topic outlines as necessary to ensure a quality program.



Regulatory Review of Hydrogeology Studies
Quotes and Comments from Past Attendees of this Course!

Wonderful cycle of enthusiastic, knowlegeable modellers who obviously love their work and are able to explain complex concepts in clear, simple terms, illustrated with varied practical examples. - Jim Gehrels

Very impressed - lots of relevant information delivered! - Sara Ryan

Very knowledgeable, experienced & approachable people!
- Sara Ryan

Also liked the social interaction between the instructors & the students
- Sara Ryan

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