Chemical hydrogeology

Introduction to the course, field and laboratory safety
Introduction to problems, e.g. groundwater recharge or contaminant transport
Theoretical principles of groundwater analysis: Measurements in the field
Theoretical principles of groundwater analysis: Measurements in the laboratory
Practical principles of groundwater analysis: Measurements in the field
Sampling in the field and measurement of relevant parameters, pH, temperature, etc
Practical groundwater analysis in the laboratory: ion chromatography
Practical groundwater analysis in the laboratory: ICP-OES
Practical groundwater analysis in the laboratory: ICP-MS
Practical groundwater analysis in the laboratory: isotope analysis with CRDS
Substitute date for final laboratory work
Quantitative and qualitative data evaluation
Oral presentations

Ability to prepare and implement a sampling plan against the background of a targeted hydrogeological and geochemical problem.
Ability to critically interpret hydrogeological/chemical data and to clearly present and discuss findings.

Formal and content requirements for the presentation will be presented at the beginning of the course.

seminar paper

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