Wednesday, October 3, 2012

Soil Morphology Stormwater and Wastewater Management Pennsylvania Training


Soil Morphology/Stormwater and
Wastewater Management Training Course

Introduction to Soil Science and Soil Morphology for Engineers, PA Sewage Enforcement Officers  Geologists, and other Professionals.for Engineers, PA Sewage Enforcement Officers  Geologists, and other Professionals.

The course will provide an introduction into the environmental applications of soil science and soil morphology. During the presentation portion of the course, we will discuss the properties and characteristics of a soil, soil formation/ transformation, and soil hydrology. During the field portion of the course, we will be learning how to describe some of the physical properties of a soil (soil texture, structure, consistency, color), identifying soil horizons, and make interpretations related to the movement of water through the soil profile as it relates to on-site wastewater disposal and stormwater management.

Instructor: Brian Oram is a Professional Geologist and Soil Scientist with B.F. Environmental Consultants. He is a licensed professional geologist, licensed Well Driller, Professional Soil Scientist, and licensed Sewage Enforcement Officer in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania with over 20 years experience in conducting hydrogeological investigations related to water supply development, contaminant migration, wetland mitigation, and land based wastewater disposal systems.

Friday, November 9, 2012
9 AM-5 PM
Cost: $310
PDH Hours: 8
Registration Deadline: November 5, 2012
http://www.wilkes.edu/pages/1703.asp

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