EARTHSC 4CC3 - Stable Isotopes in Earth and Environmental Systems

3 unit(s)

Stable isotopes are widely used in modern earth and environmental sciences because of their unique chemical properties that enable us to trace past and current environmental processes. This course will discuss the basic principles of stable isotope geochemistry and their applications to Earth systems processes, including paleo and modern climate reconstruction, biogeochemical cycling, and environmental processes.
Two lectures, one lab (three hours); one term
Prerequisite(s): One of EARTHSC 3CC3, ENVIRSC 2Q03. One of EARTHSC 2E03, ISCI 2A18 A/B is strongly recommended.
Co-requisite(s): WHMIS 1A00, if not already completed, must be completed prior to the first lab.