Groundwater Hydrology (GEO-170)
Spring term, 2001
Tuesdays and Thursdays 9:15-11:05
Sponsored by the Union College Geology Department, taught by
Scott Hulseapple, a local consulting hydrogeologist with the URS Corporation.
This course has no lab this year.
Description:
Hydrologic and engineering aspects of groundwater, including an
introduction to the analysis of groundwater quality. This course will address
characteristics of groundwater movement, engineering applications of the basic
equations of the mechanics of groundwater flow, and the transport of
contaminants in groundwater. The course emphasizes quantitative approaches to
groundwater management and practical applications in water supply and
remediation of contaminated aquifers. Each week: Four class hours.
Prerequisites: Sophomore standing and some background in
science, math, or engineering.
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Map of part of the Edwards limestone aquifer, Texas. |
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Cross section of the Edwards aquifer, Texas. |
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Schematic of groundwater flow. |
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Example of an advanced in-situ remediation technique for
volatile organic materials. |
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Spontaneous potential surface in sediment beneath holding
pond. Low potential zones are electrically conductive and so may be
leaks. |
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Drilling crew and rig. |
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Model of groundwater transport of xylene from an
industrial site. |
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Model of contaminant flow from a hazardous waste
site. Model includes a map of the site, elevation
("floor" of image), and geology ("walls" of image). |
