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Testimonials
Course Outline
Course Overview
Registration Info
Who Should Attend
Please Note
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Dates and Locations:
University of Nevada Las Vegas and the Nevada Test Site
Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday
March 20, 21, 22, 2007
Registration from 7:00 - 8:00 am, March 20, 2007
Yucca Mountain Access Information:
 | Course registrations that include the tour of the Yucca
Mountain site will not be accepted after March 2, 2007 due to
Federal Security Clearance requirements at the Nevada Test Site. |
| | Non-US citizens must register before January 1, 2007 for
Federal Access Authorization at the Nevada Test Site |
Instructors:
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Kenneth Bradbury, Ph.D., P.G. Research
Hydrogeologist, Wisconsin Geological and Natural History Survey, Madison,
WI
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Maureen Muldoon, Ph.D., P.G. Assistant
Professor, University of Wisconsin, Oshkosh, WI
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Glenn Duffield
Hydrogeologist and President of HydroSOLVE, Inc.
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Dan Kelleher, P.G. Hydrogeologist,
Earth
Tech, Inc.
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Continuing Education Information
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2.4 Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
(24.0 Professional Development Hours)
CEUs administered by
University of Las Vegas Nevada
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| | Pre-approved for: Massachusetts LSP (LSP Course No. 1204), Connecticut
LEP (LEP Course No. 100), Texas CAPM, Iowa DNR Certified Ground Water
Professionals, & Oklahoma UST Consultants |
Introduction
Consultants will gain an advantage by improving their hydrogeologic
analysis and understanding remediation techniques of fractured bedrock,
including carbonate, crystalline, and metamorphic rocks. The first day
consists of real-world applications for evaluating the role of bedrock
fractures in ground-water movement and contaminant transport. Special
attention will be given to the inherent difficulties of ground water
modeling in fractured bedrock systems. Participants will learn and
practice describing rock core for hydrogeologic projects and estimating
core recovery and Rock Quality Designation (RQD). The second day includes
exclusive access to the proposed Yucca Mountain Repository Tunnel, the
tunnel boring machine, and the crest overlook on Yucca Mountain. The third
day includes a comprehensive comparison of different hydrogeologic field
tests and analytical methods for characterizing aquifer properties. In
addition, the latest techniques for designing ground water monitoring
systems and remediation systems in fractured systems will be presented.
Course participants are encouraged to bring their own problems for
discussion by the entire group.
Testimonials from our participants
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"This course is an excellent overview of fracture flow coupled with new concepts of contaminant
and fluid flow in fractured media. Not only does the course explain porosity & permeability of
fractured settings, but it presents useful modeling approaches for fractured scenarios too.
The instructors are terrific and highly knowledgeable in their field of study. The field trip to
Yucca Mountain was the highlight of the course. I would recommend this course to anyone
working with groundwater, ranging from contaminant assessments to water supply."
~ Christine Bucklin, California Department of Toxic Substances Control
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"A fantastic mix of knowledgeable and enthusiastic instructors, up-to-date
and expansive course materials, and one spectacular field trip made this
by far the best course I have attended."
~ Kathleen T. Soukup, Weston Solutions, Inc
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"The course was excellent because of the combined classroom material and
core logging - I can apply the course material immediately."
~ Jami Poor,
Kerr-McGee Corporation
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"The combination and cohesiveness of the classroom, core logging practice,
and Yucca Mountain field trip makes this a first rate and unique course."
~ John Dougherty, CDM, Inc.
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This course begins with a brief overview of
hydrogeologic principles for fractured bedrock and continues at an
advanced level throughout the course to match the range of conditions
typically encountered during field investigations.
DAY ONE:
Morning Classroom Sessions and Afternoon Hands-On Exercises
The first day consists of real-world applications for evaluating the role
of bedrock fractures in ground-water movement and contaminant transport.
Special attention will be given to the inherent difficulties of ground
water modeling in fractured bedrock systems. Listed below are some of the
classroom sessions that will be included during Day One:
Hydrogeologic Settings for Fractured Rock:
Physical Characteristics of Fractures and
Fracture Sets:
| | Identification of fracture sets |
| | Statistical measures (frequency, orientation,
length) |
| | Polar plots |
| | Connectivity |
| | Outcrop analysis |
Conceptual Models of Fluid Flow in
Fractured Media:
| | Fundamental equations of flow |
| | Hydraulic aspects of fractures |
| | Theory of flow through discrete fractures |
| | Dual porosity models |
| | Single fracture models |
Aquifer Tests in Fractured Bedrock
| | Well bore and fracture storage effects |
| | Pumping test analysis methods |
| | Diagnostic pumping test responses |
In the last hour of the
course, participants will conduct various hands-on exercises that follow
course concepts that are presented during the earlier classroom session.
We will be using various types of rock core for several exercises
including:
AFTERNOON EXERCISE:
Description of Rock Material / Core
Characteristics
The first day will conclude with hands-on
exercises that follow course concepts that are presented during the
earlier classroom sessions. We will be using various types of NX rock core
for several exercises including:
| | This session will include a field inspection of
various NX and HQ rock cores and a series of observational exercises
for understanding stratigraphy, weathering sequences, and the
distribution of fractures. |
| | We will practice rock core descriptions on
various rock types, measure rock core recovery, estimate RQD, and
characterize fractures. |
DAY
TWO: Field Trip Inside the Tunnel and
around Yucca Mountain Repository (US Location Only)
Participants have exclusive access inside the repository tunnel, observe
the Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM), and visit the crest overlook of Yucca
Mountain. Participants will board a charter bus on Wednesday morning (TBD)
and ride together to the Nevada Test Site which is approximately 100 miles
north of Las Vegas. Tunnel safety training will be given to attendees at
the Yucca Mountain Project Visitor's Center. During the ride to the Nevada
Test Site, attendees will get an excellent opportunity to view the scenic
alluvial landscape abutting the mountain ranges and learn about
the local volcanic, orogenic, erosional, and depositional processes that
occurred to shape the beautiful landscape.
Once arriving at the Nevada Test Site, workshop participants have
exclusive access inside the proposed repository tunnel. Participants can
observe the tunnel walls where a superb vertical sequence of volcanic
tufts is apparent.
This is an unequaled opportunity to visit a site where the fracture system
has been mapped to precise detail and the hydrogeologic testing has been
put to the most sensitive analysis. Yucca Mountain is one of the most
studied areas anywhere in the world and participants will learn first hand
about the project's fracture mapping program and various fracture modeling
approaches from within Yucca Mountain.
Following the tunnel tour, participants will be taken to the Tunnel Boring
Machine which is located outside the North Portal and then be driven in
vans to top of Yucca Mountain where the vista includes numerous mountain
ranges, volcanic cones, and alluvial deposits.
This tour includes presentations on:
| | The repository siting process |
| | Facility exploratory studies |
| | Drift tunnel studies |
| | Geologic formations |
| | Core sample management facility |
| | Subsurface repository design |
| | Waste-package design and various siting
experiments |
Attendees will board a charter bus in Las
Vegas and receive tunnel safety training before entering the tunnel. Hard
hats and safety glasses will be available.
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Diagram of Yucca Mountain Repository Conceptual
Model
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Tunnel Boring Machine at the South Portal
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Fracture Mapping Within Surface Trenches at the Nevada Test Site
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DAY THREE: Classroom Sessions
The third day includes a comprehensive comparison of different
hydrogeologic field tests and analytical methods for characterizing
various fractured bedrock systems. In
addition, the latest techniques for designing ground water monitoring
systems and remediation systems in fractured systems will be presented.
Classroom sessions during the second day will include:
Aquifer Characterization in the Field:
| | Surface geophysics |
| | Borehole geophysics |
| | Borehole flow meter |
| | Temperature/conductivity logging |
| | Geochemcial and isotopic applications |
Single Well Tests and Analyses:
| | Slug tests |
| | Packer tests |
| | Field techniques |
| | Methods of analysis |
| | Examples |
Solute Transport Through Fractured
Bedrock:
| | Transport characteristics |
| | Analytical solutions |
| | Dispersion, dilution, sorption |
| | Non-aqueous phase contaminants |
Tracer Studies:
| | Types of tracers and tracer experiments |
| | Logistics of tracer studies |
| | Data collection |
| | Analysis of tracer studies |
| | Examples |
Ground Water Monitoring in Fractured Rock:
Remediation Considerations and Strategies:
| | Project goals and cost benefit analysis |
| | Time analysis and scale issues |
Comparative Analysis of Remediation
Systems:
| | LNAPL transport and capture strategies |
| | DNAPL behavior and remediation history |
| | Chemical and thermal remediation methods |
| | Pump and treat remedial consideration in fractured bedrock |
| | Various pump and treat systems |
| | Recent considerations of remedial design in granite bedrock |
| | Do's and Don'ts when monitoring natural attenuation |
| | Effectiveness of natural attenuation |
Registration:
Advanced registration is necessary for participation in this
limited-enrollment short course. Pre-registration is required to reserve
space and receive course materials. A minimum of 25 people must be
registered at the early registration deadline to conduct any short course.
Visitors will not be permitted to participate during the field workshops
or enter the workshop areas. If you require special arrangements for diet,
equipment, or handicap facilities, please indicate when registering for
the course.
What you will receive:
You will receive 24.0 contact hours of instruction. The course includes a
comprehensive 300-page workshop notebook containing written lessons and
copies of the slides of each course segment, and a Field Guide for Rock
Core Logging and Fracture Analysis. The course also includes
continental breakfast , morning coffee break, lunch and afternoon break on
the first and last day. A course completion certificate and 2.4 Continuing
Education Units (CEUs) will be awarded by UNLV. Participants are welcome
and encouraged to take photos during the field exercises.
Cancellations:
Cancellations may be made up to two weeks before the course, however, 25
percent of the course fee will be charged. No refunds. One substitute is
permitted for each registration who is unable to attend but this
substitute must fulfill the previous Federal Access to the Test Site
requirements. Cancellations made after two weeks before the course
will be charged $500.
Who should attend:
This intermediate to advanced course is designed for ground water
scientists and engineers, project managers, compliance managers in the
private, public and regulatory sectors. An fundamental understanding of
ground water movement and bedrock stratigraphy are considered as a
prerequisite for this course. It will focus on recently developed concepts
and technology.
Please note:
U.S. Department of Energy and Yucca Mountain Project staff reserve the
right to change any part of the field trip itinerary at any time.
Cost:
Professional: $1,295 Student: Please inquire. 763.607.0092
Accommodations:
NEAR (WITHIN 6 BLOCKS) THE UNLV CAMPUS:
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Terribles Casino and
Resort
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The Westin Hotel
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Embassy Suites
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Candlewood Suites (recommended; motor coach pick up location)
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Hard Rock Casino and
Hotel |
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