Acid-Forming Materials: Principles and Processes
Objective: This course provides participants with information to upgrade their technical skills and current thinking in the critical aspects of the formation, weathering, and effects of acid forming materials in hydrologic and soil plant systems. Duration: 4 days
Agenda:
Geology and Mineralogy
Depositional Environmental and Pyrite Formation
Importance of Regional and Site Specific Geology in AFM Control
Acid and Alkaline Processes
Chemistry of Acid and Alkaline Generating Processes
Pyrite and Weathering Products
Sampling and characterization of Acid Forming Materials.
Sampling Strategies
Collection, Preservation, Handling
Analytical Methods
Acid Mine Drainage and Related Water Chemistry
Properties, Measurements and Methods for Compiling and Analyzing Water Quality Data
Basic Methods for Display and Analysis of Water Quality Data
Nature and Characteristics of Sulfur Impacted Ecosystems
Ecosystems and Acid Forming Materials
Extremely Acid Soils and Plant Communities
Reclamation/Revegetation Case Studies
WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Permitting specialists, inspectors, and AML specialists. This course is designed for individuals who have had a basic college course or advanced high school chemistry. At least 6 months experience on a regulatory or reclamation program staff is recommended.
COMMENTS: We strongly recommend completion of the Acid-Forming Materials: Fundamentals and Applications course before taking this course.
National Technical Training Program: (202) 208-2769