Stormwater Monitoring and Data Analysis Training in Seattle, WA

The Northwest Environmental Training Center presents:

Stormwater Monitoring and Data Analysis under New NPDES Phase I and II Regulations
Course ID: HYD-408 ( 2 days )
July 25 - 26 , 2007, 8:30 A.M. to 5 P.M.
Northwest Environmental Training Center Headquarters
650 S. Orcas Street, Suite 220
Seattle, WA 98108

Instructors: Dylan Ahearn, Ph.D., Herrera Environmental Consultants
John Lenth, Herrera Environmental Consultants
Curtis Hinman, PhD., Washington State University
Guest Speaker: Rob Zisette, Herrera Environmental Consultants, Inc.

Register Online | Directions | Accommodations | Course Brochure PDF (includes reg. form, directions, and lodging info)

Description: On January 17th, 2007, new NPDES Phase I and II permits were issued in the state of Washington. New requirements in these permits include increased BMP and outfall monitoring with automated sampling technology. What will these new permits mean for your stormwater monitoring programs and how will you meet these new rigorous sampling requirements? This 2-day workshop will provide hands-on training for both the novice and the experienced water resources professional. Workshop topics will include the proper installation and application of stage gauges, primary measurement devices, and acoustic doppler and electromagnetic velocity meters to meet new hydrologic monitoring requirements of the permits. Step-by-step guidance on the use of autosampling technology will also be presented to facilitate collection of representative samples for determining pollutant event mean concentrations (also a requirement of the new permits). Finally, data analysis procedures will be presented for pollutant load calculations, hypothesis testing with parametric and nonparametric statistics, long-term trend analysis, and graphical presentation and interpretation of environmental data. This class will provide the student with all the tools necessary to design and implement a stormwater monitoring program in accordance with the new Phase I and II permit requirements.

Course Topics:

Introduction to New NPDES Regulations

Outfall Monitoring
BMP Performance Monitoring:
- TAPE
- Conventional BMPs
- LID Practices

Flow Monitoring in Pipes and Channels:
- Manning’s Equation
- Rating Curves
- Flumes and Weirs
- Velocity Meters

Autosamplers:
- Flow-weighted and Time-weighted Sampling
- Composite and Discrete Sampling

Data Analysis

Load Calculation Methods:
- Interpolation and Extrapolation
- Hypothesis Testing

Hypothesis Testing:
- Long-term Trend Analysis
- Graphical Presentation
- First Flush Analysis

Case Studies

Field Trip

- Visit over 6 active stormwater monitoring study sites*

About guest speaker: Mr. Zisette is a principal scientist at Herrera Environmental Consultants with 26 years of professional experience specializing in surface water management, including stormwater and surface water quality assessments. He has developed and implemented over 50 monitoring and quality assurance project plans for various freshwater and marine water and sediment quality investigations. Mr. Zisette has served as quality assurance officer, and validated extensive sets of field and laboratory data, for numerous stormwater monitoring projects in accordance with guidelines published by Ecology and EPA for NPDES and Puget Sound Estuary monitoring programs.

*A one day field trip will be taken to look at several different types of stormwater monitoring and flow gauging station BMPs.

Intended Audience: This hands-on course is intended for engineers, hydrologists and environmental scientists seeking an improved understanding of stormwater monitoring and data analysis.

Prerequisites: A basic understanding of hydrologic and chemical processes is required.

Course Materials: Attendees will receive a binder containing workshop proceedings and reference material.

Continuing Education Units: 1.3

What to Bring: Pen or pencil, scientific calculator, coffee mug, and a water bottle (to reduce waste). Please wear comfortable clothes appropriate for the prevailing weather. Lunch will be on your own the first day. There are numerous restaurants within walking distance. Drinks and snacks will be provided each day. Lunch will be provided during the field trip (second day).

Registration: $495 ( *$395 reduced tuition is available for Native American tribes; government employees; nonprofits; students; and NAEP, NEBC, NWAEP members). You may register via the link below or by calling the Northwest Environmental Training Center at 206-762-1976.

Cancellation Policy: Registration fees are fully refundable up to 30 days prior to the event and 50 percent refundable (or 100% credit) thereafter up to 3 business days prior to the event. No refunds are issued for cancellations occurring less than 3 business days before the start day. Course registration fees and cancellation policy are subject to change without notice.

Disability Accommodations: To request disability accommodations, please contact us at info@nwetc.org or (206) 762-1976 at least 30 days prior to the event.