[Acoustics] TRAINING -- Streamflow Records Computation using Hydroacoustic Current Meters and Index-Velocity Methods

[Kevin Oberg]

Streamflow Records Computation using Hydroacoustic Current Meters and 
Index-Velocity Methods (SW1319)

District and Data Chiefs:

The purpose of this email is to announce that the Streamflow Record 
Computation using ADVMs and Index-velocity Methods class (SW1319) is open 
for enrollment.  The class is schedule for November 30 -December 3, 2004 
and is being held at the USGS office in Atlanta, GA.

In order to nominate individuals for this class, please use the Web page below:
<http://simon.er.usgs.gov/cgi-bin/rgs/index.cgi?register=1&session_id=62&to=register>http://simon.er.usgs.gov/cgi-bin/rgs/index.cgi?register=1&session_id=62&to=register

The web page below to can be used to review nominations:
<http://simon.er.usgs.gov/cgi-bin/rgs/index.cgi?register=1&session_id=62&to=view>http://simon.er.usgs.gov/cgi-bin/rgs/index.cgi?register=1&session_id=62&to=view

NOTE: Entering an individual in the Training Management System DOES NOT 
nominate them for this class. To be nominated for this class you MUST 
follow the instructions above. Likewise nominating someone for this class 
using the instructions above DOES NOT enter them into the Training 
Management System.

Enrollment must be completed by November 10, 2004.  Selections will be made 
shortly thereafter.

Class Description

This 4-day class will provide an introduction to the use of Acoustic 
Doppler Velocity Meters (ADVMs) and Acoustic Velocity Meters (AVMs) for 
computation of continuous records of streamflow.  Meters that will be 
covered include ADVM's such as the SonTek Argonaut SL, RDI Channel Master, 
and the Nortek EZ-Q and AVMs such as the ORE or AFFRA.  However, due to the 
more widespread use of ADVMs, emphasis will be placed on this equipment.

This training will concentrate on the development of index-velocity ratings 
for the production of streamflow records from velocity (and stage) data. 
Some time will be spent discussing the equipment used to make index 
velocity measurements, but this will not be the focus of the class.  Topics 
that will be covered during the class include: (1) basic principals of ADVM 
and AVM operation; (2) site selection and installation considerations; (3) 
development and evaluation of index-velocity and stage-area ratings; (4) 
streamflow record generation; and (5) quality-assurance methods.

The class will include lectures and "hands-on" exercises.  The exercises 
will include developing ratings using hydroacoustic current meter data and 
producing streamflow records from the data using ADAPS.

The class will run through 1:00 pm on December 3, 2004.  Students should 
NOT plan on return flights (or other transportation) until late that 
afternoon or evening.  Instructors will be available after class each day 
for one-on-one discussion of related topics, as needed.

Attendees

This class is designed for personnel who need training on the production of 
streamflow records using the data from in-situ hydroacoustic current 
meters. Attendance will be limited to approximately 16 students.  Priority 
will be given to Districts that have installed or purchased hydroacoustic 
current meters for the purpose of streamflow-record production.

Requirements

Each attendee is expected to have basic PC computer skills, including a 
rudimentary knowledge of how to use Windows programs, particularly Excel 
(spreadsheet program).  Although not absolutely necessary, a basic 
knowledge of regression and/or statistics will be useful.  Knowledge of the 
production of conventional (stage-discharge) records and the use of ADAPS 
is also helpful.  Students are not required to bring their own portable 
computers but may do so if they wish.

Each attendee is required to inform the class coordinator regarding the 
type of index-velocity instruments they use or plan to use in the near 
future. This will allow the class instructors to concentrate their efforts 
on the most relevant equipment.  Instrument type information must be 
supplied in the appropriate field when enrolling persons for the class 
using the nomination web page.

Cost

The tuition for this class will be $1,000 for USGS employees. Tuition will 
be used to pay for instructor time and travel, preparation of training 
materials, equipment used in the class, and other training-related 
costs.  USGS personnel are required to submit an account number to be used 
for payment of tuition if selected.  Non-USGS personnel who wish to attend 
the class will have to pay approximately $100 more than the above USGS 
cost. If a student cancels attendance after selection, they are responsible 
for finding a replacement person for the class.  If a replacement is not 
found, a cancellation fee of 75% of the tuition will be assessed.

Accommodations

Information on accommodations will be provided to those students selected 
at a later date.

Please direct any questions concerning the class or material to the course 
coordinator, Marc Stewart by email (mastewar at usgs.gov) or phone (305 717-5847)
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