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2nd Annual State of the Region Conference "Shale and Beyond"
Ohio University Athens Campus Walter Hall Rotunda
Tue, Jun 4 8:00 AM
Ohio EPA Level II Credible Data - Chemical Water Quality Assessment Training
Ohio University Athens Campus & Waterloo Aquatic Education Center
Tue, Jul 9 9:00 AM
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CE3 Events
Ohio EPA Level II Credible Data - Chemical Water Quality Assessment Training
Jul 9, 2013 9:00 AM to Jul 11, 2013 5:00 PM
Ohio University Athens Campus & Waterloo Aquatic Education Center
Instructors: Jennifer Bowman and Dr. Natalie Kruse
Cost: $300 per person (does not include meals)
Note date change: July 9-11
Location: Ohio University’s Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Affairs in Athens, Ohio: Building 22, The Ridges, Room 214 & the Waterloo Aquatic Education Center in New Marshfield, Ohio along Hewett Fork of the Raccoon Creek Watershed
Description: The Chemical Water Quality Assessment Training as developed for OEPA’s volunteer monitoring program is intended for people who want training in water quality sampling, measuring stream discharge/flow, and/or creating a sampling plan or Level 2 Credible Data project study plan. It is appropriate for everyone from government agency staff to students working in surface water assessment. This training is NOT required to apply for Level 2/3 Chemical Water Quality Assessment QDC approval. No prerequisites or previous experience are required to take this training.
The training provides a detailed look at water sampling, discharge/flow measurement, quality assurance and quality control, and Level 2 study plan and data quality objectives development. Each section stresses the importance of careful planning; proper equipment calibration and use; and safety. Integrated hands-on training exercises build confidence with field methods while stressing protocol and ensuring accurate data collection. Exercises include how to collect water samples, measure discharge/flow, and write a Level 2 study plan. These exercises promote accurate measurements and data compilation that are essential to quality control and data analysis.
This training can be used as a methods refresher or to increase your understanding of sampling strategies and data quality objectives and how to generate an appropriate project study plan. The training is also accompanied by a field guide specifically developed to accompany the materials presented. This field guide focuses on high quality, affordable field methods training. The manual contents are summarized below:
-Chapter One: Water Sample Collection, provides protocols for a number of field data collection procedures. Discussions include maintaining quality in collecting water samples and proper equipment calibration, step-by-step protocol for collecting a number of field parameters are covered, and for the collection of filtered and non-filtered water quality samples. Included in the training are examples of sample bottle labeling, completing chain of custody forms, and holding times.
-Chapter Two: Flow Measurement, provides detailed instructions for measuring stream discharge. Along with instructions for maintaining quality during discharge measurement and calibrating equipment, guidance for determining flow through the use of Pygmy current meters, portable cut-throat flumes, using a bucket and stopwatch, estimating flow using various methods, and accessing USGS gaging stations for discharge data are examined.
-Chapter Three: Study plans and Data Quality Objectives (DQO) begins with a discussion of study plan contents, specific DQO, planning for water quality assessment, background information (topographic maps, geologic maps, existing water quality data), and how the nature of different sampling strategies will lead to meeting the goals of a sampling plan and ultimately the Level 2 study plan. This is followed by a discussion on laboratory quality assurance plans.
Please contact Jen Bowman at bowmanj2@ohio.edu for more information. Note that spots are very limited. Click here to register!
Tuesday, July 9th: 9am - 5pm
Wednesday, July 10th: 1pm - 5pm
Thursday, July 11th: 9am - 5pm
2nd Annual State of the Region Conference "Shale and Beyond"
Jun 4, 2013 8:00 AM to Jun 4, 2013 3:30 PM
Ohio University Athens Campus Walter Hall Rotunda
The 2nd Annual State of the Region Conference, "Shale and Beyond," will build upon information and data presented one year ago in our inaugural meeting where we discussed "Understanding the Boom and Bust Cycle for Greater Sustainability."
Panel discussions will include: Education and Workforce Development, Community Impacts, Capturing Local Wealth, Policy and Environmental Impacts, Jobs and Economic Development. Earl Gohl, federal co-chair of the Appalachian Regional Commission, will be the capstone speaker.
Click here for the flier!
There is no charge for attending the conference. Click here to register now, as space is limited.
Sponsorship opportunities and informational display tables are available. For more information, contact Anna Jensen, jensena@ohio.edu.
