Course Details
Course Details
Course ID
6210
Course Name
Source Water Protection Mapping Risks
Contact Hours
2.0
Approved Industry
Drinking Water
Partner Name
Pennsylvania Rural Water Association
Primary Contact
Joel Jordan
jjordan@prwa.com
8143539302 Ext. 201
Website
Description
Effective source water protection involves interpreting potential risks from maps and aerial photos. The field of mapping is rapidly involving as Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Global Positioning System (GPS) become an integral part of SWP Planning. This course will cover the basics of map identification and interpretation of map data, including identifying potential risks. The course will cover how to get assistance with the latest technology and resources for further interpretation of the map data.
Course Level
Basic/Precertification
Course Content
Introduction and Background; Basic Mapping and GIS; Map Reading; Exercise - identifying features; Potential
Risk Identification; Exercise - identifying and interpreting potential risks from maps; Beyond the Basics; Review,
Q and A.
Target Audience
water operators and water system managers involved in source water protection planning
Training Format
Classroom