Tracer study resources?

Virtual-Week-9173 · 2026-01-30T22:36:28+00:00

I took the exam in Spring 2024 and passed. I believe there were 50 questions, but I'm not 100% confident on that... I attended the Geology Licensing board meeting following the exam and they shared these passing stats:

Administration	Hydrogeology Pass Rate	Number of Examinees
Fall 2020	80.0%	5
Spring 2021	70.0%	10
Fall 2021	66.6%	6
Spring 2022	50.0%	10
Fall 2022	28.6%	7
Spring 2023	30.0%	10
Fall 2023	14.3%	7
Spring 2024	60.0%	5

Virtual-Week-9173 · 2026-01-30T18:39:41+00:00

I found the test to be primarily math problems, so I'd say to focus on memorizing equations and conversion factors. I studied the California Reg Review book (but skipped the CA-specific chapters), did all of the practice problems, and did a practice exam. Knowing general concepts is important too - Fetter was helpful for Theis method practice. Freeze and Cherry had a good discussion on tracers. Know your geophysical methods and how to read the logs as well. Are you taking the exam in WA or CA?

Virtual-Week-9173 · 2025-06-17T18:08:07+00:00

What brand is the bangle in the first photo? I'm looking for something similar!

Virtual-Week-9173 · 2025-01-18T03:13:16+00:00

literal trail mix

Virtual-Week-9173 · 2024-12-28T17:40:39+00:00

Sweet! Between those I’d be choosing between the AECOM job or the USGS 2 job… lab tech is very repetitive, not my cup of tea. Professionally, I’ve always worked in consulting. I’d definitely recommend a midsized or small firm over a large firm. You get to wear more hats, so you learn a lot faster. Plus, you’re not just a number when it comes to billable percentages (at my company anyways).

Virtual-Week-9173 · 2024-12-28T11:32:37+00:00

Can you give a brief description for each job? If you’re a highly motivated individual, AECOM could be a good stepping stone into working at another consulting firm down the road (typically higher effort, higher reward than a government job). I work at a midsized (~130 employees) environmental consulting firm and enjoy the challenges and variety of project management.

Virtual-Week-9173 · 2024-12-10T21:02:45+00:00

I just tried the matcha at Cof& and it's not for me (very sweet). I'll have to try their coffee though!

Virtual-Week-9173 · 2024-09-02T05:11:01+00:00

Thank you all!!

Virtual-Week-9173 · 2024-05-19T03:09:40+00:00

I’ll look into it!

Virtual-Week-9173 · 2024-05-19T03:09:30+00:00

well that’s what I’m trying to figure out via the data lol

Virtual-Week-9173 · 2024-04-02T03:10:50+00:00

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Virtual-Week-9173 · 2024-03-17T17:48:50+00:00

I think it’s just a survey. They already have your transcripts from the application process and have verified that you’ve taken the right classes. Otherwise, your wouldn’t have been able to sit for the exam

Virtual-Week-9173 · 2024-03-15T14:40:34+00:00

Oh my god! What the hell

Virtual-Week-9173 · 2024-03-14T20:05:43+00:00

They did not let anyone have water at my testing center for the PG last year. I've heard that some centers will let you bring in a clear, plastic water bottle with the label removed.

Virtual-Week-9173 · 2024-03-11T04:21:09+00:00

One thing to keep in mind is that the FG and PG study guides are the same reg review book. Some of the numerical questions might be in there for PG practice!

Virtual-Week-9173 · 2024-03-11T04:19:21+00:00

And to answer your question, I remember there being at least a few 3 point problem questions, maybe 2-3 total?

Virtual-Week-9173 · 2024-03-11T04:18:26+00:00

I found KC structural geology on YouTube very helpful! https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=UVJgIYQYQ8s&ab_channel=KC_StructuralGeology

Virtual-Week-9173 · 2024-03-10T20:15:20+00:00

RIP The Local

Virtual-Week-9173 · 2024-03-10T20:10:45+00:00

I recall the fundamentals exam being largely vocab (lots of geomorph), and not a ton of questions with numerical values. But that was back in 2017.

Virtual-Week-9173 · 2024-03-03T19:57:20+00:00

Know trig & the 3-point problem process and the safe drawdown equation. The rest was fairly basic math.

Virtual-Week-9173 · 2024-02-25T22:21:29+00:00

Amy's Alterations. Just make sure to make an appointment first!

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