GEOL 636

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Hydrogeochemistry

Geological Sciences College of Computational, Mathematical, & Physical Sciences

Course Description

Nature and origin of solutes and isotopes in groundwater systems. Applying geochemistry to evaluation of groundwater recharge conditions and flow patterns.

When Taught

Winter Odd Years

Min

3

Fixed/Max

3

Fixed

3

Fixed

1

Other Prerequisites

Geol 445 or instructor's consent

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Develop problem solving techniques

Learning Outcome

Enhance the ability to solve problems by analyzing real world data sets(including a final project) ,some of which do not have a unique solution.

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Theoretical Background

Learning Outcome

Develop an in-depth understanding of the theoretical and mathematical basis of applied inorganic and isotopic chemistry to the evaluation of groundwater geochemical evolution

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Writing Skills

Learning Outcome

Become better science writers by week practice and completion of the final project.

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Applied technology

Learning Outcome

Develop a working use of the methods for evaluating the geochemical evolution of groundwater systems in a variety of geologic terrains using graphical and computed based techniques.