GEOL 371: Field Methods in Hydrogeology II

Course Description

This field course is designed to provide students with the range of field skills needed by the practicing hydrogeologist.  Topics to be covered include collection of water samples, characterization of natural water quality, and methods of characterizing the presence and extent of groundwater contamination. The course includes both a lecture component and an extensive field component.  For each topic there will be an introductory lecture followed by a field exercise designed to give students experience with data collection and analysis. Field exercises will make use of the wells located on the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh campus; however, there will also be field trips to off-campus locations, some of which may require overnight stays. Prerequisite: GEOLOGY 366 or instructor consent. Special course fees may apply. 371/571