Mastering Modflow: Advanced Groundwater Flow Modeling

Unlocking the Secrets of Steady State and Transient Simulation in MODFLOW | In English

What you'll learn

Concept and Steps of Groundwater Modelling Using GMS Software

Creating 3D Steady State Groundwater Flow Model

Model Calibration Using Zonation and Pilot Point Techniques

Developing Transient (Unsteady) Groundwater Flow Model for Future Scenarios

Calibration of Transient Model

Advanced Display Options

Generating Important Plots for the Model Results

Deep Understanding for the Flow Budget

Generating Water levels, Drawdown and Depth to Water Maps

Requirements

Basics and Theoretical Background of Groundwater

Different Aquifer Types

Concept of Groundwater Modelling Using GMS Software

Description

"Mastering MODFLOW: Advanced Groundwater Flow Modeling" is your gateway to reaching new heights in the field of groundwater and hydrogeology. This comprehensive course offers a deep dive into advanced groundwater modeling topics, equipping you with invaluable skills to excel in your career. Prepare to immerse yourself in real-world projects from "Dubai historical project", working with authentic data to gain hands-on experience.Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting your groundwater journey, this course welcomes all who are eager to expand their knowledge of groundwater modeling. We will explore a wide range of advanced topics that include:Creating precise steady-state groundwater flow modelsCalibration techniques to ensure accurate representationsDeveloping dynamic transient (unsteady) groundwater flow modelsFine-tuning and calibrating transient models effectivelyUtilizing advanced display options for enhanced visualizationGenerating critical plots to analyze and interpret model resultsGaining an in-depth understanding of the flow budgetThroughout the course, you will work with various software tools such as:Groundwater Modeling System (GMS), ArcGIS, Excel,Global Mapper. These industry-leading applications will empower you to handle groundwater flow modeling simulations, build conceptual models, analyze data, and extract valuable insights.By the end of this course, you will possess the skills to create 3D calibrated steady-state and transient groundwater models. You will not only understand the fundamentals of groundwater modeling but also comprehend how the MODFLOW code utilizes finite difference methods to solve the groundwater flow equation. Moreover, you will gain the expertise to evaluate the accuracy of your models, identify potential issues, and troubleshoot independently.Embark on this transformative learning journey and become a master of advanced groundwater flow modeling with MODFLOW. Your career will thrive as you unlock the potential of this powerful tool and gain the confidence to tackle complex groundwater challenges.

Overview

Section 1: Introduction

Lecture 1 Introduction

Lecture 2 Case Description

Section 2: Steady State Model

Lecture 3 Data Preparation

Lecture 4 3D Grid Creation

Lecture 5 Top and Bottom Layers

Lecture 6 Input 1: Define Boundary Condition

Lecture 7 Input 2: Lithology

Lecture 8 Input 3: Source / Sink

Lecture 9 Input 4: Hydraulic Parameters

Lecture 10 Input 5: Initial Conditions / Starting Water Levels

Lecture 11 Map to MODFLOW

Lecture 12 Forward Run

Lecture 13 Practical: Steady State Model

Section 3: Results of Steady State Model

Lecture 14 Flow Budget

Lecture 15 Add Observation Points

Lecture 16 Does the Model Simulate the Real Case ?

Lecture 17 Practical: Results of Steady State Model

Section 4: Calibration of Steady State Model

Lecture 18 Model Calibration Concept

Lecture 19 Calibration by Zonation

Lecture 20 Calibration by Pilot Points

Section 5: Transient Simulation

Lecture 21 Concept of Transient Simulation

Lecture 22 Convert Model into Transient

Lecture 23 Transient Input Files

Lecture 24 Run Transient Model

Section 6: Results of Transient Model

Lecture 25 Drawdown & Depth to Water Maps

Lecture 26 Advanced Display Options

Lecture 27 Plots / Graphs

Lecture 28 Flow Budget

Lecture 29 Extract Contour

Section 7: Transient Calibration

Lecture 30 Convert Model to Transient

Lecture 31 Enter Transient Data

Lecture 32 Forward Run

Lecture 33 Transient Observation Points

Lecture 34 Parameter Estimation (PEST)

Section 8: End: New Start

Lecture 35 What's Next … ?

Professional Geologists and Hydrogeologists who are interested in expanding their groundwater knowledge,Professional Hydrologist and Water resources engineers,Researchers in the field of groundwater modeling in particular and water resources in general,Engineers who are interested to work as groundwater/hydrogeologists,Student who are interested in studying groundwater topics