GEOL424 Applied Geochemistry
Application of geochemistry to problem solving in the earth sciences with an emphasis on providing quantitative constraints on geological interpretation using mineralogic, elemental and isotopic data obtained from rock, ore, sediment and natural water samples. GEOL 424 is made up of two modules, which are outlined below. Each module may also be taken on its own and combined with another module of the same point value, to complete either GEOL 424 or another full paper. For details of possible combinations of modules contact HOD or 400 level co-ordinator.
Module CEM: Environmental Geochemistry
12 point module
Teaching staff
Dr Candace Martin
Topics covered
Content varies according to the interests of students but may include some of the following: weathering process and soil formation; uses of mineralogic, elemental and isotopic tracers; origin of surficial deposits including loess; geochemical and mineralogical hazards including radioactive waste and asbestos; geochemistry of modern agricultural practices; geochemical cycles of selected elements.
Format
10-12 weekly lectures/seminars
Fieldwork
None
Assessment
100% Practical assignments
Background requirements
Textbooks/Major resources
None, reading lists of relevant journal articles are provided
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Module JMP1: Isotope Geochemistry
12 point module
Teaching staff
Dr Michael Palin, Dr Candace Martin
Topics covered
Principles and applications of radioactive isotope systems (K-Ar, Rb-Sr, Sm-Nd, Re-Os, and U-Th-Pb-He) and stable isotopes (H, C, O) to studies of rocks, ores, sediments, soils and natural waters
Format
10-12 weekly lectures/seminars will introduce fundamental concepts and provide opportunities to discuss and critically evaluate applications drawn from the relevant scientific literature; problem sets will facilitate deeper level understanding of fundamental concepts; in-class presentations will provide experience with directed communication in a professional peer-group setting
Fieldwork
None
Assessment
50% Problem sets, 50% exam
Background requirements
Textbooks/Major resources
None, reading lists of relevant journal articles are provided
U-Pb isotope data for in-situ LA-ICP-MS analyses of rutile and apatite in a polished thin section of magmatic-hydrothermal Cu-Mo mineralisation from Mt Radiant, NW Nelson (Charles Rands, MSc 2007). |
Note: This information is for 2013, and may have been updated since the Guide to Enrolment was printed.
| Title | Applied Geochemistry |
|---|---|
| Code | GEOL424 |
| Subject | Geology |
| EFTS | 0.1667 EFTS |
| Points | 20 points |
| Teaching Period(s) | Full year |
| Domestic Tuition Fees (NZ$) | 1,106.22 |
| International Tuition Fees (NZ$) | 4,584.25 |
Prescription
Schedule C: Science
Note: Not all 400-level GEOL papers will be available in any one year. Decisions will be based on enrolment numbers and will be discussed with students at the start of the academic year.
Timetable
| Location | Dunedin |
| Lecture | Mon : 09:00-10:50 |