Entry requirements

120 credits with (1) 90 credits in earth science or biology, or (2) 90 credits in physics and 30 credits in earth science (geophysics). Dynamics of Earth Systems - Global Change, 10 credits, or Exploration and Environmental Geophysics, 15 credits.

Learning outcomes

After passing the course, the student should be able to

• use analytical spectroscopic methods, isotope geochemistry and chemical analyses, using microprobe, as tools for the understanding of endogenic and exogenic processes, from a regional as well as from a global perspective
• explain basic principles of Raman and infrared spectroscopy and isotope geochemistry as advanced geochemical methods, including measurement procedures, and compilation and processing of data
• interpret results from various geological archives, such as sediments or rocks
• describe how stable and radioactive isotopes are used in earth sciences to date and trace processes associated with for example fossils and rocks
• apply results for critical analysis, and connection between currently active anthropogenic and natural processes

Content

Theoretical background to Raman and infrared spectroscopy, chemical analysis using microprobe and for isotope geochemistry. Interpretive methods for spectroscopic, chemical and isotope data from the point of view of geoscientific problems. Application aspects and evaluation of results relevant for geological processes through different archives, with focus on individual project work.

Instruction

Lectures, laboratory work, and project work. Participation in laboratory, and project work is compulsory.

Assessment

Written examination 5 credits, presentation of project work orally and in writing 5 credits.