IECA Education Tracks

Welcome to the International Erosion Control Association's Education Tracks—your gateway to industry-specific learning and professional growth. Our four dynamic educational tracks are designed to sharpen your expertise and provide innovative erosion, sediment control, and stormwater management solutions. Guided by our esteemed Educational Tracks Committee, composed of IECA members with deep industry knowledge, each track aims to elevate the quality of our educational offerings and support you in solving technical challenges.

Education Track Chair: Dennis Richards, PE, D.WRE | Senior Project Manager, Premier Engineering 
IECA Staff Liaison: Joanna Fetherolf, CMP | Director of Education & Events

Erosion & Sediment Control

Member Resources and Areas of Focus

Explore the heart of IECA’s educational foundation through our Erosion & Sediment Control track, where tradition meets innovation. This comprehensive program covers essential topics such as Best Management Practices (BMPs), Soil Stabilization, Steep Slope Stabilization, and Vegetation Establishment. You’ll dive into key areas like Construction Inspection, Monitoring, and Maintenance, while also gaining expertise in SWPPP management, flocculants, and reclamation. Stay at the forefront of the industry with the latest insights on construction stormwater-related business and legal issues.

Wetland, Stream Bank, and Shoreline Restoration

Member Resources and Areas of Focus

Immerse yourself in the intricate art of restoring and enhancing vital water bodies with our Wetland, Stream Bank, and Shoreline Restoration track. This program provides cutting-edge insights into restoration technology, covering key areas such as Shoreline Stabilization, Streambank Stabilization, and Constructed Wetlands. You’ll explore the challenges of dewatering, working in waterways, and addressing sea level rise, as well as Post-Fire Rehabilitation and the restoration of oceanic, lake, riverine, and wetland ecosystems. Discover the methods that breathe life back into our natural waters.

Stormwater Management

Member Resources and Areas of Focus

Navigate the expansive field of stormwater management in the urban post-construction landscape with our Stormwater Management track. This program covers essential topics like Green Infrastructure and Low Impact Development, equipping you with the knowledge to design, maintain, and monitor effective stormwater systems. Delve into key areas such as regulatory requirements, compliance strategies, water quality, and Best Management Practices (BMPs). Gain expertise in stormwater design, application, and monitoring to ensure sustainable and efficient water management solutions.

MS4 Management

Member Resources and Areas of Focus

Master the complexities of Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) Permit management with our specialized MS4 Management track. Designed for stormwater professionals focused on reducing urban and industrial pollution, this track explores critical topics like the 6 Minimum Control Measures, Industrial Stormwater Management, and collaboration in water resource management. You’ll also gain insights into municipal housekeeping, the enforcement toolbox, program funding mechanisms, and educational initiatives, equipping you with the strategies needed to enhance urban stormwater systems and protect our communities.