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International Training Course in Volcano Hazards Monitoring
From: Don Thomas <dthomas@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
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*Center for the Study of Active Volcanoes and Hawaiian Volcano Observatory*
*International Training Course in Volcano Hazards Monitoring*
*Hilo**, **Hawaii*
The Center for the Study of Active Volcanoes announces its annual *International Training Course in Volcano Hazards Monitoring* to be held on the Island of Hawaii from June 21 through July 31, 2010. There will be an _optional_ 7^th week, August 2 - 6, during which advanced seismology will be taught. The course is offered in cooperation with the US Geological Survey Hawaiian Volcano Observatory and is intended for technicians and professionals who are currently working, or who will work, in the field of volcano hazards assessment, monitoring, and management/response. Both classroom instruction and field training will be provided in five modules: Physical Volcanology; Volcano Seismology; Ground Deformation Monitoring; Geochemistry of Thermal Discharges; and Civil Defense and Hazard Management.
The *Physical Volcanology* module provides training in the techniques of identifying and mapping different types of volcanic deposits and the application of this information to the assessment of the types and frequencies of volcanic hazards occurring in a particular volcanic region.
*Volcano Seismology* training includes instruction in theoretical aspects of seismology, the application of both digital and analog equipment to volcano monitoring, training in the deployment and maintenance of a seismic network in the field, and interpretation and analysis of the seismic signals recorded. The advanced seismology module will focus on digital seismology and data analysis methods and is offered only during alternate years.
*Ground Deformation* studies includes the techniques of precise leveling, electronic distance measurements (laser geodimeter), satellite (global positioning system), total field station, and dry tilt monitoring of active volcanic systems.
The *Geochemistry* program includes field sampling and analysis of volcanic gases, remote methods (COSPEC) of monitoring volcanic gases, acute health hazards from volcanic gases and safety procedures and equipment used by field crews in hazardous locations.
*Civil Defense* aspects of the course cover a brief overview of the design and establishment of an emergency response center for volcanic and other natural hazard events, the requirements for public notification of impending hazards and development of a public outreach and hazards awareness program for adults and students.
The *Geochemistry* program includes field sampling and analysis of volcanic gases, remote methods (COSPEC) of monitoring volcanic gases, acute health hazards from volcanic gases and safety procedures and equipment used by field crews in hazardous locations.
*Civil Defense* aspects of the course cover a brief overview of the design and establishment of an emergency response center for volcanic and other natural hazard events, the requirements for public notification of impending hazards and development of a public outreach and hazards awareness program for adults and students.
Course applications are now being accepted for the Summer 2009 program. Cost of the course is $3000 and includes housing; limited tuition waivers and partial scholarships are available for participants from lesser-developed countries. Additional information on the CSAV International course, along with a pdf application form, can be found at: *http://www.uhh.hawaii.edu/~csav/international/
Because of more stringent visa requirements that have been recently implemented, we are encouraging all prospective applicants to submit their applications by January 1, 2009 to ensure that we can process their documents for the necessary visas.
For additional information, please contact:
Darcy Bevens
CSAV
UH-Hilo
200 W. Kawili St.
Hilo, HI 96720-4091
Telephone: 808 974-7631
Fax: 808 974-7677
e-mail: dbevens@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
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