Course overview
This course aims to provide students with an understanding of the chemistry of the natural world and the chemical evolution of the Earth over geological time.
- Elements
- Isotopes
- Radioisotopes
Course learning outcomes
- Demonstrate proficiency in common practical data handling skills in geochemistry
- Plan and implement appropriate mathematical strategies for solving geochemical problems
- Synthesise the results of their problem-solving with other work in the form of short, well-organised articles
- Provide insight into the origins of Earth’s atmosphere, oceans and rocks
- Critique possible oversimplifications in geochemical models