Stable Isotope Geochemistry (312-0-01)

Instructors

Wesley Phillip Scott

Meeting Info

Technological Institute F285: Mon, Wed 11:00AM - 12:20PM

Overview of class

A survey of the chemical, physical and biological mechanisms and fundamental concepts of stable isotope fractionation. The course will focus on applications of H, O, C, S, and N isotopes to earth and environmental problems with an emphasis on climate change, ecology, and ocean chemistry.

Registration Requirements

Recommended Background: EARTH 201 or EARTH 203 or ENVR_SCI 201 or ENVR_SCI 202.

Teaching Method

Lectures, student presentations, and discussion.

Evaluation Method

Problem sets, presentations, midterm and final exam.

Class Materials (Required)

Selected readings of journal articles and book chapters, provided in Canvas.