Start Date
01/27/2026
End Date
01/27/2026
Description
This seven-hour course provides a detailed overview of Michigan’s stormwater management framework, emphasizing current EGLE and NPDES requirements, soil and hydrologic considerations, and green infrastructure design. Instruction reviews BMP selection, stormwater system design, and flood risk reduction through case studies and regional examples. The program also highlights practical strategies for planning, constructing, and maintaining stormwater systems, including the use of permeable pavers and other sustainable solutions.
Distance Learning
Yes
Course Equivalency
No
Subjects
Water / Stormwater Management
Health, Safety and Welfare
Yes
Hours
7.0
Learning Outcomes
Learning Objective 1:
Learners will be able to explain Michigan’s stormwater permitting and compliance requirements, including regulations from the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE).
Learning Objective 2:
Learners will be able to analyze soil and hydrologic conditions to inform stormwater management strategies and flood mitigation design.
Learning Objective 3:
Learners will be able to identify, size, and select appropriate Best Management Practices (BMPs) that incorporate green infrastructure principles for urban and rural projects.
Learning Objective 4:
Learners will be able to design and evaluate permeable pavement systems that enhance water infiltration, reduce runoff, and contribute to sustainable site development.
Instructors
Valerie Novaes, Bill Shuster, Jennifer Morreale, Carrie Rivette, Doug Buch
Course Codes
W012726SWMGTM
Provider
HalfMoon Education Inc.