Groundwater Modeling Using Visual MODFLOW Flex-Level2

Name: Groundwater Modeling Using Visual MODFLOW Flex-Level2
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Groundwater Modeling: Seawater Intrusion, Density-Dependent Flow, and Dewatering with Visual MODFLOW Flex

Created byEzzeddine Labidi

Last updated 3/2025

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What you'll learn

Understand the principles of groundwater models and their applications in real-world scenarios.
Learn the fundamentals of density-dependent flow and how it affects groundwater movement.
Gain hands-on experience using Visual MODFLOW Flex for groundwater modeling.
Develop skills to simulate and analyze models such as seawater intrusion, the Elder problem, and dewatering models.

Course content

3 sections • 8 lectures • 3h 15m total length

Introduction2:54
Explore groundwater modeling with Visual MODFLOW Flex and density dependent flow fundamentals to improve predictions. Apply hands-on exercises: seawater intrusion, the elder problem, and mine dewatering for practical groundwater management.

Principles of GW models9:43
Explore the principles of groundwater models, including interpretive, predictive, and generic types, and learn how objectives, conceptual and numerical modeling, calibration, and scenario analysis guide groundwater management and remediation.
Fundamentals of density dependent flow7:06
Explore density dependent flow modeling in groundwater systems, showing how salinity and temperature-driven density differences drive convection, seawater intrusion, brine migration, and the concept of equivalent freshwater head.
Introduction to Visual Modflow Flex15:40
Explore visual modflow flex's intuitive interface, including the main toolbar, data tree, model explorer, and workflow navigator, to build conceptual and numerical groundwater models from data import to results.

Exercise 1: Seawater intrusion1:09:03
Illustrates seawater intrusion in a coastal aquifer using a density dependent transport model within a 2D grid, with constant-head boundaries and a pumping-well remediation forming a barrier to intrusion.
Exercise 2: Elder problem39:07
Explore the elder problem as a vertical two-dimensional model of variable density groundwater flow driven by salt concentration, using Visual MODFLOW Flex, with diffusion and boundary conditions.
Exercise 3: Deawatering Model51:39
Develop a numerical groundwater model for mine dewatering using Visual MODFLOW Flex, defining the boundary, recharge, mine location, and dewatering wells to predict drawdown and optimize pumping rates.
References0:03

Requirements

No prior knowledge is required.
Basic familiarity with groundwater concepts is helpful but not mandatory.
A computer with Visual MODFLOW Flex installed (trial or full version).

Description

This course is a continuation of my Udemy course "Applied Groundwater Modeling Using Visual MODFLOW Flex." If you have completed that course or have a basic understanding of groundwater modeling, this Level 2 course will take your skills to an advanced level.

Groundwater modeling is essential for understanding and managing water resources, and this course focuses on density-dependent flow—a critical factor in simulations considering variations in water density (function of concentration). Using Visual MODFLOW Flex, you will learn how to build and analyze models that account for density-driven groundwater movement, which is crucial for coastal aquifers, contaminant transport, and engineering applications.

Throughout the course, you will engage in three hands-on exercises:
-Seawater intrusion modeling – Understand how saltwater moves into freshwater aquifers and how to mitigate its impact.
-Elder problem simulation – Explore fundamental density-driven flow concepts through a classic benchmark problem.
-Dewatering modeling – Learn how to simulate groundwater extraction for construction and mining projects.

By the end of this course, you will have practical expertise in solving real-world groundwater challenges using one of the most advanced modeling tools available. Whether you are a hydrogeologist, engineer, researcher, or student, this course will equip you with valuable skills to advance your groundwater modeling knowledge.

Who this course is for:

Students, researchers, and professionals in hydrogeology, environmental science, and water resources.
Engineers and consultants working on groundwater modeling projects.
Anyone interested in learning advanced groundwater modeling techniques using Visual MODFLOW Flex.

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Introduction1 lecture • 3min

Fundamentals and Introduction to VMOD FLEX3 lectures • 32min

Applications VMOD Flex4 lectures • 2hr 40min

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