Entry requirements

120 credits with minimum 90 credits in Earth Science, Biology or Physics alternatively 90 credits in Physics in combination with 30 credits in Earth Science (Geophysics). In addition knowledge and skill corresponding to Dynamic Geosystems - Global Change 10 credits alternatively Advanced Course in Earth Science 10 credits are required.

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 water, sediments and rocks
• describe how stable and radioactive isotopes are used in earth sciences to date and trace processes associated with for example water, ice, 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 projectwork

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.