1h
E-learning Course:
Basics of Groundwater Catchment
What are the characteristics of aquifers and water tables? What are the different types of groundwater catchments?
total duration
29
minutes of video
7
videos
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Master the issues related to the basics of groundwater catchment
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What you will learn
The freshwater on our planet can be found in underground water reserves. Therefore, specific structures need to be put in place to tap the water. We will first define the types of rocks and their particular characteristics. Then, we will describe the different types of catchments (springs, wells and boreholes).
Educational Objectives
To explain the characteristics of aquifers and water tables
To distinguish between the different types of groundwater catchments
Target Skills
- Identify groundwater catchments
Your Contacts
Regis INGOUF
Course program:
Basics of Groundwater Catchment
Initial Evaluation
14 questions to find out what you already know about the basics of groundwater catchment. Focus on the key points!
Module 1 – Aquifers and Groundwater
- Basic Concepts of Geology
- Basic Concepts of Hydrogeology
- Different Types of Hydrogeological Context
- Special Characteristics of Karst and Alluvial Aquifers
Module 2 – Different Types of Groundwater Catchments
- Springs, Wells and Boreholes
- What are the Principles and Precautions for Spring Catchments?
- What are the Advantages and Disadvantages of Wells and Boreholes?
Final Evaluation
Find out what you know about the basics of groundwater catchment.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Basics of Groundwater Catchment
How does evaluation work?
There are two evaluations—an initial evaluation to determine your educational needs and a final test to see what you’ve learned. The two evaluations contain the same questions in order to measure your progress after taking the course.
Can I rewatch the videos and redo the evaluations after passing the course?
Absolutely! You can access all our videos and evaluations for 12 months. Take the course again if you need a refresher on some aspects.
Can I get a certificate?
Once you’ve passed a course, you can download a completion certificate.
Can I pause my course?
Yes, your progress is saved after each video and you can pick up where you left off.
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