Geophysics as a modern and fast tool in obtaining hydrogeological data

obligatory courses

The aim of the course is to familiarize students with the possibilities of using geophysical methods in hydrogeological research, especially the search for groundwater and the identification and monitoring of its contamination.

The lecture will present theoretical foundations and examples of applications of methods such as vertical electrical resistivity sounding (VES), electrical resistivity tomography (ERT), intrinsic potential method, GPR method, refraction seismic and the MASW method.

During the classes, students will work independently at their own computers, processing, analyzing, visualizing and interpreting geophysical data from the VES, ERT, GPR and refraction seismic methods, and will take part in field measurements.

During the theoretical part (lecture), the student learns the physical basis of geophysical methods used to obtain hydrogeological data. Data from geophysical measurements performed for the purpose of hydrogeological mapping, identification of hydrogeological conditions for the need to construct an intake (well), estimation of the location of the groundwater table, identification of the hydrogeological window, mapping and monitoring of groundwater contamination will also be presented.

The aim of the exercises is to use theoretical knowledge to process, analyze, visualize and interpret geophysical data. Students will work on field data from measurements:

- by vertical electrofusion probing;

- by electrofusion tomography;

- refraction seismic method;

- GPR method.

The practical task of each class block will be to prepare a report.

Students will also take part in geophysical field research.

Knowledge:

W01 - selected problems and research methods in the field of natural sciences at an advanced level, constituting basic general knowledge in the field of scientific disciplines important for hydrogeology

W08 - advanced methods and tools constituting an element of basic general knowledge related to mapping geological structures for the purposes of groundwater exploitation

Skills:

U01 - perform and describe typical research tasks individually and in teams

U02 - select the appropriate methodology to solve a research or design problem and use the acquired knowledge to formulate and solve complex and unusual problems

U06 - identify the strengths and weaknesses of standard actions taken to solve hydrogeological and environmental problems

U08 - plan and use appropriate methods and techniques to solve a given problem in hydrogeology

Social competence:

K02 - improving your professional skills

K04 - fulfilling obligations and co-organizing activities resulting from awareness of political and socio-economic geo-environmental conditions

K05 - recognizing the importance of knowledge in solving cognitive problems in hydrogeology and searching for new technologies helpful in effective action for the environment

K07 - ensuring the reliability and credibility of your work

Correctly prepared reports and submitted on time

They are not required