Bioretention Design: Performance, Longevity, and Sustainability

Author: Roman Titov

Bioretention systems play a crucial role in sustainable stormwater management, reducing runoff, improving water quality, and enhancing urban resilience. This course provides a comprehensive guide to designing, implementing, and maintaining bioretention facilities for long-term performance. Participants will explore design principles, best practices, and innovative techniques to optimize bioretention systems for diverse environmental conditions. Whether you’re an engineer, landscape architect, or stormwater professional, this course equips you with practical knowledge and tools to create efficient and sustainable bioretention solutions.

Learning Objectives

This course is intended to provide you with the following specific knowledge and skills:

• Understand the fundamentals of bioretention and green stormwater infrastructure.
• Apply best practices in bioretention system design and implementation.
• Select appropriate soil media and vegetation for optimal stormwater treatment.
• Analyze hydrologic performance and infiltration rates.
• Integrate holistic design principles for enhanced system longevity.
• Optimize runoff capture and pretreatment methods.
• Identify strategies for pollutant removal and sediment control.
• Assess site conditions and develop adaptable bioretention plans.
• Explore innovative engineering solutions to enhance performance.
• Implement construction techniques that ensure successful system function.
• Develop effective maintenance plans for long-term resilience.
• Utilize case studies to inform bioretention design strategies.
• Recognize the importance of community engagement in stormwater management.

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Certificate of Completion

Upon passing a 50-question multiple-choice quiz, your certificate of completion will be available for immediate download. PDH credits are awarded once all course requirements, including the quiz, are successfully met.

Board Acceptance

We provide technical courses for PDH credits that meet Board requirements for Professional Engineers, Geologists and Land Surveyors. This course is guaranteed to be accepted for professional engineers in AK, AL, AR, DE, FL, GA, IA, IL, ID, IN, KS, KY, LA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WI, WV, and WY. Before purchasing this course, please confirm that your state Board is listed above.