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Glacial Geology Participant - 2016
| Date | Course | Cert. | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 15 | Measuring Groundwater Discharge to Surface Water (8 hr) | LSRP, LSP, LEP | Wayne, NJ |
| Apr 16 | Intro to Groundwater Modeling (6 hr) | LSRP, LSP, LEP | Wayne, NJ |
| Apr 29 | Reading the Post-Glacial Landscape (4 hr) | LSP, LEP | Amherst, MA |
| Apr 30 | Geochemical Consequences of Landfill Impacts (8 hr) | LSP, LEP | Amherst, MA |
| May 6 | Surface Water-Groundwater Interactions (8 hr) | LSP, LEP | Amherst, MA |
| May 7 | Pioneer Valley's Post-Glacial Landscape (Field trip, 8 hr) | LSP, LEP | Amherst, MA |
| May 12 | Bedrock Fracture Characterization for Hydrogeologic Application | LSP, LEP | Harvard, MA |
| May 13 | Hydrogeology of New England - Survey Course | LSP, LEP | Amherst, MA |
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Introduction to Groudwater Modeling (classroom) - April 15 in Wayne, NJ
LSRP Course 2018-005 | LSP course #1590a | LEP course #429
$325 | 6 credit hours (9 am to 4 pm)
For groundwater modeling beginners.
Featuring free modeling software from the USGS, course participants will learn how to make their own groundwater models with software that they can use for business forever. Moreover, we will spend considerable time learning the ins and outs of groundwater models and how to interpret the results that they produce. What are appropriate uses for models? And when are model results relied on too much? The first half of this course will be spent on introductory material. The second half will be devoted to participants building a fully functional groundwater model. A laptop with Windows 7, 8, 10, or Vista is required for this course.
See detailed course outline here.
LSRP Course 2018-005 | LSP course #1590a | LEP course #429
$325 | 6 credit hours (9 am to 4 pm)
For groundwater modeling beginners.
Featuring free modeling software from the USGS, course participants will learn how to make their own groundwater models with software that they can use for business forever. Moreover, we will spend considerable time learning the ins and outs of groundwater models and how to interpret the results that they produce. What are appropriate uses for models? And when are model results relied on too much? The first half of this course will be spent on introductory material. The second half will be devoted to participants building a fully functional groundwater model. A laptop with Windows 7, 8, 10, or Vista is required for this course.
See detailed course outline here.
Quantifying Groundwater Fluxes to Surface Water (field and classroom) April 16 in Wayne, NJ
LSRP course #2017-032 | LSP course #1553 | LEP course # 412
$400 | 8 credit hours (8am - 5pm)
We will literally get our feet wet. This course will provide classroom and field instruction to train course participants on proper use of traditional methods of investigating surface water - groundwater (SWGW) interactions. SWGW interactions must be considered when there is potential contamination of surface waters adjacent to contaminated sites. Participants will learn how to measure > 0.1 inch vertical head differences and how to determine streambed hydraulic conductivity via various methods in order to evaluate potential for mass transport across the streambed. We will also practice emerging state of the art methods of collecting and interpreting sub-surface temperature data, which can provide more accurate flux measurements into or out of the streambed. Enrollment limited to 20 participants. Moderate hiking and wading. See course outline.
LSRP course #2017-032 | LSP course #1553 | LEP course # 412
$400 | 8 credit hours (8am - 5pm)
We will literally get our feet wet. This course will provide classroom and field instruction to train course participants on proper use of traditional methods of investigating surface water - groundwater (SWGW) interactions. SWGW interactions must be considered when there is potential contamination of surface waters adjacent to contaminated sites. Participants will learn how to measure > 0.1 inch vertical head differences and how to determine streambed hydraulic conductivity via various methods in order to evaluate potential for mass transport across the streambed. We will also practice emerging state of the art methods of collecting and interpreting sub-surface temperature data, which can provide more accurate flux measurements into or out of the streambed. Enrollment limited to 20 participants. Moderate hiking and wading. See course outline.
Reading the Post-glacial Landscape (classroom) April 29 in Amherst, MA
LSP course #1435 | LEP course #318 | $225 | 4 credit hours (8 am to 12:30 pm)
Learn about the various glacial sediments that prevail in New England. Class participants will spend equal time doing and listening. Bring your colored pencils and expect to think a bit. The goal by the end of the class is for participants to conceptualize and draw a valley cross-section using only topography and their conceptualization of how an area deglaciated. We will focus on the hyrogeological implications of different glacial landforms and sediments. Novices in glacial geology will see the landscape in a new way, and old hats will enjoy hashing out some nuances. See course outline.
LSP course #1435 | LEP course #318 | $225 | 4 credit hours (8 am to 12:30 pm)
Learn about the various glacial sediments that prevail in New England. Class participants will spend equal time doing and listening. Bring your colored pencils and expect to think a bit. The goal by the end of the class is for participants to conceptualize and draw a valley cross-section using only topography and their conceptualization of how an area deglaciated. We will focus on the hyrogeological implications of different glacial landforms and sediments. Novices in glacial geology will see the landscape in a new way, and old hats will enjoy hashing out some nuances. See course outline.
Geochemical Consequences of Landfill Impacts
I. Classroom lecture and exercises (4 hours)field parameters (e.g., oxidation-reduction potential, pH, specific conductivity)
II. Tour the Amherst (MA) old landfill and proximal groundwater supply well area (3 hours)
III. Tour the Amherst College geochemistry lab with discussion of analytical procedures (1 hr)
It will be a fun and educational day with a nice mix of activities.
*Optional networking and recruitment event after the course with area undergraduate students.*
See full course syllabus here.
I. Classroom lecture and exercises (4 hours)field parameters (e.g., oxidation-reduction potential, pH, specific conductivity)
- the significance of major, minor, and trace elements
- the behavior of redox-sensitive solutes
- data interpretation and development of a ‘big-picture’ conceptual model.
II. Tour the Amherst (MA) old landfill and proximal groundwater supply well area (3 hours)
- We will discuss, observe, and measure potential impacts of the landfill to surface water bodies.
III. Tour the Amherst College geochemistry lab with discussion of analytical procedures (1 hr)
It will be a fun and educational day with a nice mix of activities.
*Optional networking and recruitment event after the course with area undergraduate students.*
See full course syllabus here.
Pioneer Valley's Post-Glacial Landscape (field trip) May 7 in Amherst, MA
LSP course #1436 | LEP course #319 | $400 | 8 CEU (8am - 5pm)
On this course, participants ride a bus through a variety of post-glacial depositional landscapes. The day begins with "show and tell" type presentations at a variety of glacial landforms. After getting acquainted with the regional geology, participants are challenged to make interpretations and confirm suspicions by digging small test pits. The day culminates with a short mapping exercise where everyone sets out with shovels to try and interpret a 10 acre site that contains a wide variety of glacial sediments. Lunch at People's Pint in Greenfield. Moderate hiking required.
LSP course #1436 | LEP course #319 | $400 | 8 CEU (8am - 5pm)
- Where do drumlins form?
- Why are there stringers of gravel in sand deposits?
- How far does stratigraphy extend beyond the confines of your site?
On this course, participants ride a bus through a variety of post-glacial depositional landscapes. The day begins with "show and tell" type presentations at a variety of glacial landforms. After getting acquainted with the regional geology, participants are challenged to make interpretations and confirm suspicions by digging small test pits. The day culminates with a short mapping exercise where everyone sets out with shovels to try and interpret a 10 acre site that contains a wide variety of glacial sediments. Lunch at People's Pint in Greenfield. Moderate hiking required.
Measuring the orientation of a fracture in the field.
Beddrock Fracture Characterization for Hydrogeologic Applications (field and classroom) - May 12 in Harvard, MA
LSP course# 1570 | LEP course # 418 | $400 |
(8am - 5pm) | 8 credit hr
Identifying transport pathways in fractured bedrock aquifers presents one of the greatest challenges to groundwater professionals. This course will provide classroom and field instruction on methods of assessing bedrock fracture networks and how to evaluate their implications for groundwater flow and recharge in crystalline metamorphic rocks. In the field, we will focus on how to measure and interpret bedrock fracture patterns. In the classroom, we will learn about tools to process data and unique characteristics of well hydraulics in a fractured bedrock aquifer. See course outline.
LSP course# 1570 | LEP course # 418 | $400 |
(8am - 5pm) | 8 credit hr
Identifying transport pathways in fractured bedrock aquifers presents one of the greatest challenges to groundwater professionals. This course will provide classroom and field instruction on methods of assessing bedrock fracture networks and how to evaluate their implications for groundwater flow and recharge in crystalline metamorphic rocks. In the field, we will focus on how to measure and interpret bedrock fracture patterns. In the classroom, we will learn about tools to process data and unique characteristics of well hydraulics in a fractured bedrock aquifer. See course outline.
Hydrogeology of New England (classroom) - May 13 in Amherst, MA
LSP course # 1607 | LEP Course #450 | $400 | 8 credit hours (8 am to 5 pm)
Per the recommendation of numerous environmental professionals, we are offering a full day course on the general principals of hydrogeology, with a specific focus on hgydrogeologic settings typical of New England. The course will include:
See detailed course outline here.
LSP course # 1607 | LEP Course #450 | $400 | 8 credit hours (8 am to 5 pm)
Per the recommendation of numerous environmental professionals, we are offering a full day course on the general principals of hydrogeology, with a specific focus on hgydrogeologic settings typical of New England. The course will include:
- describing physical characteristics of aquifers - hydraulic conductivity; storativity; stratigraphy
- calculating groundwater flow direction and velocity
- designing and interpreting well tests - slug tests and pumping tests
- unsaturated processes and watershed hydrology
See detailed course outline here.
PAST COURSES
Introduction to Ground Penetrating Radar in Environmental Investigation (field and classroom) - Amherst, MA
LSP course # 1584 | LEP course # 424 | $400 | 8 credit hours (8am - 5pm)
This course will provide classroom and field instruction to train course participants on proper use and interpretation of ground penetrating radar (GPR) surveys. We will learn the basics of the theory behind GPR, how to design a survey, and how to interpret the resulting data. The goal of the course is to understand GPR and to be able to assess the design of the survey and the interpretation of the results. Careful consideration will be given to the applicability and limitations of GPR with respect to different contexts and geologic environments. This course will be co-taught by UMass geophysics extension professor, Bill Clement. Enrollment limited to 15 people. Some walking over uneven terrain required.
LSP course # 1584 | LEP course # 424 | $400 | 8 credit hours (8am - 5pm)
This course will provide classroom and field instruction to train course participants on proper use and interpretation of ground penetrating radar (GPR) surveys. We will learn the basics of the theory behind GPR, how to design a survey, and how to interpret the resulting data. The goal of the course is to understand GPR and to be able to assess the design of the survey and the interpretation of the results. Careful consideration will be given to the applicability and limitations of GPR with respect to different contexts and geologic environments. This course will be co-taught by UMass geophysics extension professor, Bill Clement. Enrollment limited to 15 people. Some walking over uneven terrain required.
Glacial Geology Field Trip - Northward-flowing Watersheds
-LSP course #1585 | LEP course # 426 | $400 | 8 credit hours (8am - 5pm)
While making several stops along a bus tour in the Harvard, MA vicinity, this course will expose participants to the unique glacial stratigraphy of northward-draining watersheds. The Nashua, Assabet, and Sudbury watersheds all drain north, resulting in unusual glacial landforms and stratigraphy. We will visit a variety of glacial landforms, make interpretations about soils and stratigraphy, and test those interpretations with exceptional outcrop sites and ground truthing. Throughout the day, participants will be presented with unique challenges to get discussion going and make sure that it is a memorable trip. Lunch provided. Moderate hiking involved.
-LSP course #1585 | LEP course # 426 | $400 | 8 credit hours (8am - 5pm)
While making several stops along a bus tour in the Harvard, MA vicinity, this course will expose participants to the unique glacial stratigraphy of northward-draining watersheds. The Nashua, Assabet, and Sudbury watersheds all drain north, resulting in unusual glacial landforms and stratigraphy. We will visit a variety of glacial landforms, make interpretations about soils and stratigraphy, and test those interpretations with exceptional outcrop sites and ground truthing. Throughout the day, participants will be presented with unique challenges to get discussion going and make sure that it is a memorable trip. Lunch provided. Moderate hiking involved.
Arsenic Contamination in New England Soil and Groundwater (classroom and field)
LSP course #1576 | LEP course # 419 | $400 | 8 credit hours (8am - 5pm)
This course combines classroom and field components focused on interpretation of sites with arsenic contamination. Classroom topics will include distinguishing between various anthropogenic and natural sources of arsenic; factors controlling solubility and transport; and will touch on appropriate remediation strategies. We will visit one of the most interesting arsenic contaminated sites in New England, observe the local geology, and tour the remediation facility. This course is co-taught by Carol Stein and Dave McTigue. Walking 3/4 mile over even terrain.
See course outline.
LSP course #1576 | LEP course # 419 | $400 | 8 credit hours (8am - 5pm)
This course combines classroom and field components focused on interpretation of sites with arsenic contamination. Classroom topics will include distinguishing between various anthropogenic and natural sources of arsenic; factors controlling solubility and transport; and will touch on appropriate remediation strategies. We will visit one of the most interesting arsenic contaminated sites in New England, observe the local geology, and tour the remediation facility. This course is co-taught by Carol Stein and Dave McTigue. Walking 3/4 mile over even terrain.
See course outline.
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