Stable Isotope Geochemistry (312-0-1)

Instructors

Angelina J Locker

Meeting Info

Technological Institute F285: Mon, Wed 3:00PM - 4:20PM

Overview of class

This course examines the chemical, physical, and biological mechanisms underlying stable isotope fractionation. It focuses on the application of hydrogen, oxygen, carbon, nitrogen, and sulfur isotopes to questions in the Earth and life sciences, with particular emphasis on climate change, ancient ocean chemistry, plant physiology and ecology, and human and animal mobility.

Registration Requirements

Recommended Background: Earth 213 and 214, or equivalent.

Teaching Method

Lectures, student presentations, and discussion.

Evaluation Method

Problem sets, presentations, midterm and final exam.

Class Materials (Required)

Textbook freely available online.

Class Attributes

SoC Mathematics, Science, and Technology Distro