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VMOD 1 - An Introduction to Groundwater Modeling
Using Visual MODFLOW (MODFLOW, MODPATH, MT3D and WinPEST)
 
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Introduction to Groundwater Modeling - training Groundwater modeling training course providing theory and hands-on applications using industry recognized software.

 

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Course Description (An Introduction to Groundwater Modeling)

Groundwater modeling is an important part of many hydrogeologic projects, and MODFLOW and MT3D are the recognized standard in groundwater flow and solute transport modeling programs. MODFLOW and MT3D can be used to make a wide range of predictions about the groundwater flow system including the drawdown, yield and capture area for pumping wells, the time history for dewatering the groundwater surface for construction sites and mines, the distribution of solute concentration in a plume downgradient from a contaminant source, the time history of concentration at a point of interest, and much, much more. However, the development of a well-thought out, well-calibrated groundwater model is not an easy task. It requires knowledge of the modeling process, the theory behind groundwater modeling and the software that can be used to develop a calibrated groundwater model.

This 4-day MODFLOW modeling course was designed to introduce course participants to Visual MODFLOW software, and to provide some guidance on how to apply MODFLOW, MODPATH, ZoneBudget and MT3D/RT3D to groundwater flow and solute transport modeling. The lecture presentations were developed to illustrate how the Visual MODFLOW software works. The lab exercises are point-by-point descriptions of how to use Visual MODFLOW to develop a wide variety of groundwater models. Each exercise represents a different application of MODFLOW, and provides different views of the tools within Visual MODFLOW to help with model development, calibration and prediction of results. This course is ideally suited for hydrogeologists, engineers and environmental scientists with some knowledge of field investigation and hydrogeologic data who wish to understand more about MODFLOW and the groundwater modeling process.

Course Software: Visual MODFLOW Premium & WinPEST

Course Objectives and Benefits

From hands-on experience you will learn …

  • How to develop simple groundwater flow and transport models using Visual MODFLOW
  • How to develop a comprehensive conceptual model using HGB
  • How to use MODFLOW groundwater flow modeling projects with hands-on lab exercises
  • How to use MODPATH to model the movement of particles through the flow system
  • How to use ZoneBudget to assess groundwater budgets within the model domain
  • How to use MT3D and RT3D to simulate contaminant transport
  • How to calibrate groundwater models to observed field data
  • How t use WinPEST to improve model calibration and assess uncertainty
You will also receive …
  • Hands-on guidance with Visual MODFLOW by expert instructors
  • A complete set of course lecture notes and lab exercises
  • A CD of laboratory exercise files and a demo copy of Visual MODFLOW
Course Topics
  • An introduction to the groundwater modeling process
  • Conceptual model development and numerical model construction
  • The fundamentals of groundwater flow modeling using MODFLOW
  • Basic principles of efficient model grid design using Visual MODFLOW
  • Particle tracking using MODPATH to define recharge and discharge areas
  • Water budget analysis using ZoneBudget
  • Contaminant transport processes and simulation of results using MT3D
  • Calibration groundwater flow models and the use of PEST as a calibration tool
  • Visualization of model input and model results in 2D and 3D

Groundwater Monitoring Instruments & Modeling Software Catalog (PDF)


Groundwater flow results


Mass transport results


Contaminant distribution on three-dimensions

Course Schedule

Day 1
Registration: Course Introduction
Lecture: An Introduction to Groundwater Modeling
Exercise: Intro1: An Intro to Visual MODFLOW Modeling
Lecture: The Basics of Building a Groundwater Model
Exercise: 3D Cap: Capture Zone Modeling

Day 2
Lecture: An Introduction to USGS MODFLOW
Exercise: 3D Cap: Capture Zone Modeling
Exercise: Mounding: Spray Irrigation Modeling
Lecture: USGS MODPATH and ZoneBudget
Exercise: Mounding: Spray Irrigation Modeling
Exercise: Drumco: Remediation Feasibility Design

Day 3
Lecture: Introduction to Contaminant Transport Modeling
Exercise: Drumco: Remediation Feasibility Design
Lecture: Groundwater Model Calibration
Exercise: Valley: Calibrating a Transient Flow Model

Day 4
Exercise: Channel: Calibrating a Transport Model
Lecture: 3D Conceptual Modeling with 3D Builder
Exercise: Tier3: An Introduction to 3D Builder
Break: Course Evaluations

Additional: Emcan: Comparing Transport Boundaries

Course Calendar

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2010
Waterloo, Canada                 28-
Oct.01
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Applied Groundwater Flow and Transport Modeling (AFTM)
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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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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.

Course Cancellation Policy/Substitutions: A 100% refund is granted for course cancellations if SWS 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. SWS must be notified prior to the first day of the course when a substitution will occur.

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Logistical Information: Daily instruction is from 8:30 a.m. to approximately 5:30 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.

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

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