GLY 6826 Hydrogeologic ModelingNext offered Fall 2013 M (7 and 8th period) and W 7th period). GLY 6826 1F10Questions? Course Objectives: This is an applied groundwater modeling course. Most of the course will be conducted using MODFLOW and the GWVistas interface. Objectives are to: * Introduce the basics of hydrogeologic modeling and its uses and limitations. * Provide experience in translating the geology and hydrology of field problems into numerical simulations * Provide a better understanding of fluid flow process through numerical modeling examples. * Provide experience in reading and writing technical reports and scientific papers Textbook: Applied Groundwater Modeling, 1992, M. P. Anderson and W.W. Woessner . Relevant chapters are noted in the topic list below as A&W. Reading the text prior to class is required. Plan to have the text by the 2nd week of classes. Computer Needs: You should have access to a PC to install and run GWVistas. Grading:
* What is a hydrogeologic model? Why model? * Finite-difference approximations and spreadsheet modeling * Modeling purpose and protocol; aquifer vs. flow-system viewpoint * Introduction to MODFLOW and GW Vistas * Building conceptual models and assigning parameters * Boundary conditions/Sources and sinks * Model calibration and sensitivity studies * Documenting and reporting your modeling study * Transient simulations * Particle Tracking ![]()
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