Impacts from Hydraulic Fracturing of Oil & Gas on Drinking Water
This online engineering PDH course provides a comprehensive overview of the potential impacts of hydraulic fracturing on drinking water resources in the United States and strategies for mitigating potential risks.
This course addresses public concerns regarding water quality and availability in relation to hydraulic fracturing activities. It delves into the hydraulic fracturing water cycle, including water acquisition, chemical mixing, well injection, and the management of produced water.
In addition, this course covers the relationship between hydraulic fracturing operations and drinking water resources, examining the factors that can affect water quality and quantity. It outlines various stages of the hydraulic fracturing process, identifies potential risks to drinking water, and discusses observed impacts from spills and wastewater management practices.
This 3 PDH online course is applicable to environmental engineers, regulatory officials as well as other technical professionals involved in water resource management and oil and gas production.
This PE continuing education course is intended to provide you with the following specific knowledge and skills:
- Understanding the hydraulic fracturing water cycle and its stages, including water acquisition, chemical mixing, well injection, produced water handling, and wastewater disposal
- Learning about the potential impacts of hydraulic fracturing on drinking water resources, including both quality and quantity considerations
- Knowing the factors that influence the frequency and severity of impacts related to hydraulic fracturing activities
- Familiarizing yourself with case studies that illustrate documented impacts on drinking water resources due to hydraulic fracturing
- Understanding the regulatory landscape and best practices for managing risks associated with hydraulic fracturing and its effects on water resources
- Learning how to analyze and interpret data related to hydraulic fracturing and its implications for public health and environmental safety
Once you complete your course review, you need to take a multiple-choice quiz consisting of fifteen (15) questions to earn 3 PDH credits. The quiz will be based on the entire document.
Upon successful completion of the quiz, print your Certificate of Completion instantly. (Note: if you are paying by check or money order, you will be able to print it after we receive your payment.) For your convenience, we will also email it to you. Please note that you can log in to your account at any time to access and print your Certificate of Completion.