Spring 2015 - EASC 416 D100
Field Techniques in Hydrogeology (3)
Class Number: 2669
Delivery Method: In Person
Overview
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Course Times + Location:
Jan 6 – Apr 13, 2015: Wed, 5:30–7:20 p.m.
Burnaby
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Instructor:
Diana Allen
dallen@sfu.ca
778-782-3967
Office: TASC1 Room 7239
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Prerequisites:
REQ-EASC 304, EASC 315 or EASC 412.
Description
CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:
This course is intended to complement the theoretical aspects of hydrogeology by providing students with hands-on experience using hydrogeological equipment, and implementing sampling and testing protocols. The course involves a series of pre-field session assignments consisting of the analysis and interpretation of geophysical, geochemical and surficial geology data, and a week at a hydrogeology field site on the Fraser River delta, British Columbia. After the field work, students will conduct extensive analysis and interpretation of data gathered during the field session, complete exercises and prepare a written report. The course runs for about three weeks following spring term final examinations. Quantitative.
COURSE DETAILS:
General:
Field Methods in Hydrogeology is intended to complement the theoretical aspects of hydrogeology (physical and chemical) by providing students with hands-on experience using hydrogeological equipment (data loggers, pumps, chemical sampling equipment), implementing sampling and testing protocols, and using state-of-the-art monitoring and geophysical tools.
The course entails 1) a pre-field session assignment involving background research and data interpretation on the hydrogeology of the Fraser Delta (including surficial geology, regional geochemistry and geophysical characteristics); 2) one week at various field sites on in the Metro Vancouver area at which students collect hydrogeological and hydrochemical data, and 3) one week of extensive analysis and interpretation of data gathered during the field session complemented with regional data acquired during preliminary investigations, and the completion of a detailed hydrogeological report.
This inter-university field school is also attended by students from the University of British Columbia, University of Calgary. The course normally runs for about three weeks following Spring Session Final Examinations.
Course Topics:
1. Regional Hydrogeology of the Fraser Delta
2. An Introduction to Field Techniques
3. Flow System Characterization
4. Water Quality Sampling
5. Hydraulic Response Tests
6. Infiltration Measurement Techniques
7. Geophysical Techniques
8. Sampling Procedures for Westbay Multiport System
Course Organization:
3 lectures/lab sessions (pre-field):
· March 25th (5:30-7:30 pm). An introduction to the course, distribution of the pre-field assignment. Students will have an opportunity to work on the pre-field geophysics component, which will be be included in the final report.
· April 8th (5:30-7:30 pm). Students will have an opportunity to work on the pre-field geochemistry component, which will be iincluded in the final report.
· April 28th (day prior to field school) from 9:30-12:30.
· A 5-day field session April 29th to May 3rd (Wednesday to Sunday)
· A 10 day period following field school to analyze data and write the final report. Students may work at home or on campus. TA/Prof will be available during this period for questions. Reports are handed in by noon on May 14th, 2015.
Grading
- Final Report 80%
- Participation 20%
NOTES:
The field sites are situated around the Metro Vancouver area. Students will have to make their own way to and from the field sites on a daily basis. All sites are accessible by public transportation or we will try to arrange car pooling.
**Be aware that during the field trip there will be periods of hiking and heavy lifting of equipment. Appropriate clothing and footwear should be worn. Further details regarding safety will be discussed prior to the field trip. **
IMPORTANT NOTE: Final grade will not be submitted in time for spring convocation. The earliest a student can graduate is the summer semester.
REQUIREMENTS:
Recommended: EASC 207 and/or EASC 307
Materials
MATERIALS + SUPPLIES:
Detailed course notes and readings will be provided prior to the field session. Students should bring a waterproof field notebook, a calculator, ruler and a USB key for data storage. Appropriate field clothing should be worn. We will be outside all day, rain or shine.
RECOMMENDED READING:
Applied Hydrogeology 4th Edition. Fetter, C.W. 2001. Prentice Hall 598pp.
Registrar Notes:
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