MODFLOW 2000 Training Course
Groundwater Modeling with MODFLOW 2000
Including PEST-ASP and Stochastic MODFLOW

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MODFLOW 2000 Course Description
MODFLOW 2000 Course Objectives
MODFLOW 2000 Instructors
MODFLOW 2000 Course Schedule
User Interfaces
MODFLOW 2000 Cost
MODFLOW 2000 Location
MODFLOW 2000 Transportation
MODFLOW 2000 Registration

MODFLOW 2000 Course Description

With the release of MODFLOW 2000, the model expanded from simply a groundwater flow model to a model capable of calculating sensitivities, performing parameter estimation and even handling simple transport problems. The purpose of this course is to introduce the new MODFLOW structure (referred to as processes). These new processes include the Groundwater flow process, the Observation process, the Sensitivity process, and the Parameter Estimation process. Expanding on the Parameter Estimation process, the course will discuss the theory of parameter estimation and the new tools available to the modeler with MODFLOW 2000 and PEST-ASP. PEST-ASP complements and extends the power of MODFLOW 2000 providing advanced predictive analysis and regularization capabilities in the MODFLOW 2000 context. In addition to these new processes, three new packages (the LPF package, the HUF package, and the ADV package) and use of the stochastic tools in MODFLOW will be covered. The course will focus on hands-on computer time to provide the student with a practical knowledge of the new material. The use of Groundwater Vistas and GMS for the pre- and post-processing and visualization makes this a unique course exposing the students to two of the premiere modeling packages on the market today supporting MODFLOW 2000.

MODFLOW 2000 Course Objectives

The 3 1/2-day training course on MODFLOW 2000 will cover the following:

• Learn the new MODFLOW 2000 structure
• Practice practical application of the three new MODFLOW packages (LPF, ADV, HUF)
• Learn the theory and application of parameter estimation in PEST-ASP and MODFLOW 2000
• Learn to apply advanced parameter estimation tools with PEST-ASP
• Introduce stochastic tools in MODFLOW 2000
• Introduce attendees to the new MODFLOW 2000 interfaces in GMS and Groundwater Vistas

MODFLOW 2000 Course Instructors

Dr. Evan R. Anderman is leader in the development of inverse-modeling techniques and is Principal Hydrogeologist and founder of Calibra Consulting. He has extensive experience with MODFLOW, MODFLOWP, and is a co-author of the recently released MODFLOW 2000. Dr. Anderman actively conducts research on applied parameter estimation in ground-water flow modeling. He developed the Advective-Transport Observation (ADV) Package for MODFLOWP and MODFLOW 2000 in conjunction with Dr. Mary Hill of the U.S. Geological Survey and Dr. Eileen Poeter of the Colorado School of Mines. He also developed the Hydrogeologic-Unit Flow (HUF) Package for MODFLOW 2000. Dr. Anderman presents his research at numerous conferences and is a member of the Association of Ground-Water Scientists and Engineers, American Geophysical Union, Geological Society of America, and is past-president of the Colorado Ground-Water Association.

Dr. John Doherty, author of PEST-ASP, has had over 25 years in the water industry, first as a geophysicist, then as a modeler. Over that time he has worked in the private, public, and educational sectors. He presently heads his own company, Watermark Numerical Computing, which undertakes modeling for water supply, environmental, mining, agricultural and remediation applications. Dr. Doherty has conducted courses in groundwater modeling and parameter estimation for over seven years. In his presentations he attempts to blend the theory and practice of modeling in a way that allows students to readily apply what they've learned to the solution of complex, real-world problems that modelers face every day.

James Rumbaugh, President of ESI, is a national leader in the field of groundwater modeling. Jim was co-founder of Geraghty & Miller's Modeling Group and was Technical Director for Modeling Services until he left to start ESI. He has written some of the most popular groundwater modeling software in use today including ModelCad and Groundwater Vistas. Jim has taught numerous groundwater modeling training courses to private industry and government clients.

MODFLOW 2000 Course Schedule

Tuesday, Oct. 23:

• Morning
• New MODFLOW 2000 Packages and Processes
• LPF Package
• Afternoon
• HUF Package
• ADV Package
• Evening (Optional)
• Groundwater Vistas Demonstration

Wednesday, Oct. 24:

• Morning
• Observation Process
• Sensitivity Process
• Afternoon
• Parameter Estimation with MODFLOW 2000
• Parameter Estimation with PEST-ASP
• Evening (Optional)
• GMS Demonstration (Optional)

Thursday, Oct. 25:

• Morning
• Advanced Parameter Estimation (w/ MODFLOW 2000 & PEST-ASP)
• Afternoon
• Predictive Uncertainty Analysis

Friday, Oct. 26 (1/2 day):

• Morning
• Stochastic MODFLOW Tools

User Interfaces

This course is being co-sponsored by the developers and representatives of two of the most advanced and widely used graphical user interfaces for MODFLOW: Groundwater Vistas and The Groundwater Modeling System (GMS). Both of these interfaces have recently been updated to support the new capabilities of MODFLOW 2000. While the lecture content of the course will generally not be user interface specific, many of the hands-on tutorial sessions will be done using both GMS and Groundwater Vistas interfaces. In addition, optional demo sessions will be held in the evenings for those who wish to learn more about the capabilities available in Groundwater Vistas and GMS for MODFLOW 2000. Attendees of the course will also be eligible for substantial discounts on the purchase of GMS or Groundwater Vistas.

MODFLOW 2000 Course Cost

The cost of the course is $1,095 for pre-registration before Sept. 26th and $1,195 for registration after that date. Registration includes the following:

• Course Notes, Tutorial Notes and Data
• MODFLOW 2000 Software
• PEST-ASP Software, Documentation, and Utilities
• 25% Discount on Groundwater Vistas Software
• 25% Discount on GMS Software (up to $500)
• Lunch all days

MODFLOW 2000 Course Location

The course will be held at:

Holiday Inn Washington-Dulles
1000 Sully Road
Dulles, Virginia 20165, U.S.
Phone: (703) 471-7411 Fax: (703 )480-7402
Web Site: www.holiday-inn.com/was-dulles

A block of rooms has been reserved for course attendees at the rate of $129 per night (ask for the MODFLOW 2000 group rate). To reserve your room, or for other hotel information, please contact the hotel directly. The Holiday Inn Washington-Dulles is conveniently located in the heart of the Dulles Technology Corridor, just 1 1/2 miles from Dulles International Airport and 25 miles from Washington, DC.

MODFLOW 2000 Course Transportation

Course attendees should fly into the Washington-Dulles International Airport (IAD). Complimentary transportation is available between the airport and the Holiday Inn 24 hours a day.

MODFLOW 2000 Course Registration

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