Natural tracing - Natural flow tracing

The aim of this UE is to

1) to give students an insight into the interest and power of isotopic geochemical and dating tools for understanding the functioning of hydrosystems/aquifers,

2) to help them masterthe context in which these tools can be applied 

3) provide the knowledge needed to understand and develop these techniques.

This course is based on theoretical knowledge (CM) and case studies (TD/TP).

Master natural flow tracing tools, in particular isotopic tools to characterize the origin of water and the secondary processes that may have affected it. Characterize groundwater recharge dynamics and estimate residence times using dating tracers commonly used in hydrogeology.

Identify types of anthropogenic contamination and determine their origin using isotopic tracers.

Relate the information obtained by these isotopic and dating tools to the structure, functioning and vulnerability of aquifers.

"Functioning of hydrosystems" and "Applied hydrochemistry" from Master 1

100% final exam