Grow your skills with this online course that includes field work that can be performed locally.
Product Description
Course Details
Key aspects of the program include:
- Hydric Soils Expertise: The course offers extensive coverage of hydric soil properties, formation processes, classification, and functions, emphasizing their ecological importance in wetland environments.
- USACOE Standards Alignment: The modules are tailored to integrate the USACOE’s regional supplements, equipping participants with insights that are both relevant and compliant with federal wetland delineation standards.
- Practical Application: Through interactive content such as simulated field studies and case analysis, learners can apply theoretical knowledge to practical scenarios, enhancing their field investigation skills.
- Convenient Online Access: The program is designed for flexibility, enabling learners to progress through the content at a pace that suits their individual schedules, which is particularly advantageous for working professionals.
- Professional Certification: After successfully completing the program, participants will receive a certification that acknowledges their expertise in hydric soils in line with USACOE guidelines, which can significantly benefit their professional endeavors in environmental consulting, land management, and regulatory roles.
This program is targeted at environmental professionals, soil scientists, land use planners, and regulatory agency personnel who seek to deepen their technical understanding of hydric soils for professional development or to enhance their contributions to wetland conservation and management initiatives. With its specialized focus on hydric soils within the framework of USACOE regulations, the program serves as a critical educational pathway for those dedicated to the field of wetland science and management.
This course consists of twelve online modules that will assess students’ your knowledge about the US Army Corps of Engineers Hydric Soils Indicators for all 10 regions. Students are welcome to complete them at their own pace during the class’ 16-week time frame. In addition to the modules, there is a field work project that needs to be coordinated with the instructor.
The class concludes with a review of your field work and a final exam. Upon successful completion of the class and a grade of 80% or higher, you will earn Certified Hydric Soils Investigator (CHSI) status and receive a certificate as well as an electronic seal to use on reports and proposals. This certification is valid for five years and is eligible for renewal with additional continuing education. the Certified Hydric Soils Investigator (CHSI) is part of The Swamp School’s overall Certified Wetland Delineator Program (CWD).
How the Class Works
- 11 field work projects
- 11 data collection exercises
- 12 online learning modules, including:
- Video presentations
- Handouts
- Class discussion
- Assignments
- Quizzes
- Final exam
- Instructor-guided virtual field work
Materials Needed
You will need to provide the following items for this class:
- Munsell Soil Color Chart
- Soil auger or shovel
Prerequisite
Wetland Delineation Training
