This course provides an overview of the vapor intrusion exposure pathway including its scientific foundation, regulatory framework, and the technical aspects of investigating and remediating contaminated vapor sites. The class will cover topics such as: screening sites for potential vapor intrusion concerns, conducting field investigations, sampling techniques, data analyses, exposure point calculations, the Johnson and Ettinger predictive model, vapor intrusion risk assessment, vapor intrusion mitigation, and remediation. Participants will work through practical problems and typical site scenarios based on case studies of established vapor intrusion sites. This course provides a comprehensive introduction for those new to the field, and will also provide insights, data analysis techniques, and the latest research for more advanced participants.
"This course was very organized and interesting...gave real life case studies that helped me understand the topics that were taught throughout the course." K. Erney, February 2013 "Thorough. The instructor included references to local (state) guidance and its divergence from other VI guidance." C. Grover, February 2013 "I really liked how the instructor used state specific guidance and compared it to other states' + EPA guidance...the case studies were great - really illustrated the content of the course." R. Ridenour, February 2013 "The instructor is knowledgeable and very willing to engage students." D. Hammer, February 2013 "His extensive real world experience gave confidence in his knowledge." R. Timmins, August 2013 "Very good course overall very helpful as an introduction to VI. Instructor very knowledgable and explained content in a very clear way." L. Galu, August 2013 |
Environmental professionals seeking an improved understanding of vapor migration and intrusion with an emphasis on vapor assessment and modeling. The material is intended for practitioners working on remediation of hazardous substance release sites and brownfields redevelopment.
Basic math skills and a general understanding of contaminated sites.
Overview and Definitions
Vapor Migration Issues
Vapor Chemistry
Vapor Physics
Hydrogeology
Biodegradation
Building Design Issues
Regulatory Framework:
Vapor Intrusion Investigations
| Data Analysis and Interpretation
Johnson and Ettinger Model
Case Studies
Vapor Remediation
Institutional Controls
New Developments in Vapor Intrusion
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