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Technical Courses for Environmental Professionals

Fundamentals of Air Dispersion Modeling

In this flagship course, students receive a thorough introduction to air dispersion modeling theory and application. Topics of discussion include the regulatory requirements for modeling, modeling study design, and U.S. EPA modeling guidelines and protocol.

Emissions Quantification and Reporting

This course provides an overview of emissions inventory requirements, emission quantification methodologies, and the applications of various emission programs. Learn to apply the best approach to quantify emissions from common industrial processes.

Emissions Reduction Technology & Compliance Management

The goal of this course is to provide information that will help environmental professionals to address present and future air pollution control issues. The course will enable students to be familiar with the various interrelated aspects of air pollution control, understand the operating principles of air pollution control system, and have a good understanding of some of the technical aspects of controlling air pollution.

AERMOD Modeling Computer Laboratory

This course provides hands-on instruction using AERMOD, U.S. EPA’s preferred air quality dispersion models. It includes a brief theoretical review and emphasizes formulating and conducting an air quality analysis utilizing the refined model options.

Dispersion Modeling for Managers - Planning & Review

This one-day course for environmental managers who review or manage dispersion modeling will cover modeling concepts and regulatory requirements for state and federal air permitting. Learn when and why modeling is required, different models to be used, possible complications, and how to identify errors.

Flammable/Toxic Release Modeling Analysis

This course focuses on source analysis and air quality impact assessments for industrial accidental releases. The course covers model assumptions, strengths, and shortcomings. Attendees will learn to select analysis strategies and reliably critique work.

Continuous Emission Monitoring Systems - CEMS - Best Practices and Program Management

This course provides a thorough overview of what CEMS are and how they work, the different types of CEMS, and technologies used to analyze emissions. It details why CEMS are used and the regulations that require their use to demonstrate compliance, and addresses best management practices to ensure reliability, accuracy, and efficient use of facility resources. The CEMS quality assurance plan (QAP) is also discussed in detail. The course is intended for environmental managers, CEMS technicians and managers, and anyone who works with CEMS or CEMS data on a regular basis. - Tools to build successful CEMS maintenance and management programs - Review frequently occurring CEMS performance issues and methods to prevent those issues from occurring - Overview of different types of CEMS and the essentials of how they work

Stack Testing Workshop

This workshop introduces EPA stack testing methods and their observation checklists as well as discussions of managing stack testing requirements, observing stack testing (e.g. trial burns), verifying calculation of emission data, validating analytical data, and various sampling methods. The workshop provides the fundamental skills necessary for meeting stack testing regulatory requirements and evaluating the data for decision-making purposes.

Practical Air Dispersion Modeling Workshop

This 3-day workshop demonstrates step-by-step procedures for completing an ambient air impact analysis based on a case study of an industrial facility that includes open pits (quarries), conveyor transfers and haul roads, storage piles, roof monitors, building vents, point sources, and flares. Parameter refinement methods are included.