This course covers the principles governing the movement of subterranean water (groundwater), the interaction of this water with the porous medium, and the transport of chemical constituents (contaminants) by this flow. Lesson blocks will explore traditional background elements of hydraulic engineering to include flow systems for the conveyance of groundwater and drainage systems for groundwater and stormwater/sanitary sewer system exchange. Simulations will be used to model groundwater flow, contaminant plumes, and other engineering applications. All course material will contribute to modeling a specific situation and developing recommendations for cleaning up contaminated groundwater.
