This course has been discontinued.
This
2-hour interactive online course describes technical guidelines and methods using a multi-parametric approach to identify and delineate wetlands for the purposes of Section 404 of the Clean Water Act. This course is based upon the Corps of Engineers Wetland Delineation Manual published in January 1987. Modifications and clarifications have been made to the text in accordance with regulations promulgated since its original release.
There will be a multiple-choice quiz at the end of this course.
Vector Solutions has a long history of providing industry-specific content for its customers. While this course and its content remain accurate and functional within our systems, the look and feel may not match our more modern offerings.
At the conclusion of this course, you will:
- Understand the technical guidelines for identifying wetlands and distinguishing them from aquatic habitats and other non-wetlands
- Be familar with the three obligatory characteristics of wetlands
- Know the definition of a hydric soil
- Know the definition of hydrophytic vegetation
- Know the definition of a 'wetland hydrology'
This course is a prerequisite for 'Wetland Delineation 2: Methodology'
