Overview
Description
Introduction to the chemistry of geologic processes, including low-temperature aqueous geochemistry and petrogeochemistry.
Requirements
Prerequisites
CHEM 121ACHEM 121LCHEM 201GEOL 211
Original catalog text
Prerequisites
CHEM 121A and CHEM 121L or CHEM 201; GEOL 211.
Units
Lecture3
Catalog Details
Offering
Offered: Every Spring - Odd Years
Terms
spring
Core
CO9
Attributes
Standard
Learning Outcomes
- demonstrate familiarity with the chemistry of geological processes, under a variety of geological and environmental conditions.
- apply geochemical principles to the comprehension and resolution of geological processes and problems with regard to academic, industrial and societal issues.
- communicate geochemical concepts efficiently and effectively to both scientists and non-scientists.
- demonstrate understanding of the application of geochemical principles to society’s need for energy, commodities and resources.
- apply geochemical principles towards understanding economic, historic, and/or societal impacts, with emphasis upon air quality and climate, and water quality issues.