GEOL 720 - Modern Analytical Techniques in Earth Sciences

(3 units)

This class provides an overview of a variety of analytical instrumentation that can be used to collect data for answering geoscience-related hypotheses and questions. The general assembly, tuning/setups, pros and cons, and data acquisition of a variety of instruments will be discussed.

Grading Basis: Graded
Units of Lecture: 2
Units of Laboratory/Studio: 1
Offered: Every Fall - Even Years

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. assess the applicability of various analytical techniques available in the Geosciences.
2. proficiently collect and assess data from analytical instrumentation.
3. design their own data acquisition routines for independent research.

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