• The WMU Hydrogeology Field Course is a series of six one-week modules taught six days per week (Monday through Saturday) with classes beginning at 8:00am.
• Class will often run into the evening depending upon specific field projects.
• The course will be conducted on and near the campus of Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo, MI.
• A final exam will be given at the end of each week.
• The final grade will be derived from field performance, written assignments, ability to work as a team member, professionalism, and the final exam. 
• Each week counts as 1 semester hour and can be taken for graduate or undergraduate credit.
• Western Michigan University Department of Geoscience students must take all weeks unless their advisor determines that a week would be redundant given a student's prior experience.   
• The course will emphasize state-of-the-art techniques for sampling, monitoring, and evaluation of ground-water systems. Particular consideration will be given to contaminated systems, aquifer testing, and selected geophysical techniques.
• Lectures will be minimal and will be given primarily to support field exercises or demonstrations later the same day.
• Students will gain hands-on field experience using modern field technologies. Demonstration of some modern field equipment will be provided by manufacturer's representatives.
• In order to provide students with a broad introduction to modern field technologies, numerous items are either donated or loaned to the Hydrogeology Field Course by manufacturers.
• Note: If you chose not to enroll in Week 1 HAZWOPER training because you already have current HAZWOPER certification, you must fax or mail a copy of your certification (and your most recent update, if applicable) when registering.

Course Participants

• The hydrogeology field course is structured for students seeking undergraduate or graduate credits and exposure to applied hydrogeology techniques, or professionals who wish to expand their practical knowledge and experience in field techniques.
• Enrollment is limited to upper division undergraduate students, graduate students or professionals with the proper credentials.
• A course in hydrogeology is required of all participants.
  • Usually a 3-credit course in hydrogeology or a sound background in hydrogeology obtained via professional experience is satisfactory.
  • In special cases, acceptance may be granted with consultation and consent of the course director.
• The Hydrogeology Field Course is particularly designed for students and professionals majoring or working in disciplines of geology, hydrogeology, and environmental engineering.

 Pesonal Equipment

• Steel-toe Boots -- Required for some weeks and sites we visit
• Rain gear --  With the exception of severe weather, participants will be outside each day
• Sunscreen
• Insect Repellent
• Field Cloths -- Long pants are required for some weeks and sites we visit
• Water Bottles
• Gear Bag -- Backpack, Book Bag... a bag of some sort
• Lunch, Bring a lunch each day, days are spent in the field 
• Camera
• Calculator
• Pens & Pencils
• Field Notebook
• Folding Camp Chair -- Not required but is very handy 
• Work Gloves

Housing   

• WMU Residence Life / Guest Housing
• WMU Apartments
• Off Campus Housing