A guide to the design of surface-water-quality studies
Open-File Report
93-105
By: R. C. Averett and L.J. Schroder
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Abstract
Data interpretation is difficult under the simplest of conditions and requires hydrologic studies that are carefully designed. Good research presupposes carefully collected data, as well as data that were obtained at times when the information content was highest. To accomplish the careful design of hydrologic studies and to obtain quality data, the U.S. Geological Survey works through small organizational units. The principles of a well-designed study are: 1) Use the scientific method, 2) define the problem and the approach, 3) state the objectives of the data collection, 4) determine what and how to sample, 5) decide where to sample, 6) begin report preparation early in the study, 7) do the work with little or no rework, and 8) complete the report on schedule.
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Averett, R., Schroder, L., 1994, A guide to the design of surface-water-quality studies: U.S. Geological Survey Open-File Report 93-105, v, 39 p. :ill. ;28 cm., https://doi.org/10.3133/ofr93105.
ISSN: 2331-1258 (online)
| Publication type | Report |
|---|---|
| Publication Subtype | USGS Numbered Series |
| Title | A guide to the design of surface-water-quality studies |
| Series title | Open-File Report |
| Series number | 93-105 |
| DOI | 10.3133/ofr93105 |
| Year Published | 1994 |
| Language | ENGLISH |
| Publisher | U.S. Geological Survey : USGS Earth Science Information Center, Open-File Reports Section [distributor], |
| Description | v, 39 p. :ill. ;28 cm. |