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EART 191DPractical Geochemistry

5 creditsUndergraduateStudent Option

Provides hands-on experience to geochemical instrumentation with focus on data collection. Practical labs apply sample imaging, isotopic major- and trace-element measurements to natural samples. Lab sessions are supported by instruction, geochemistry, and Earth science. Students investigate a new Earth science problem using new samples “unknowns.” Scientific literature relevant to this new topic is also explored. Prerequisite(s): EART 5 and EART 5L, or EART 10 and EART 10L, or EART 20 and EART 20L; and EART 110B and EART 110M; and satisfaction of the Entry Level Writing and Composition requirements. Enrollment is by application with selection based on appropriate background and academic performance and by consent of the instructor.

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When it runs

Fall 2025Open Fall 2025

SectionTypeWhenWhereInstructorSeats
01Laboratory
Tue Thu 9:50am–11:25am
Earth&Marine D236M. TelusOpen 9/13

Who teaches it

InstructorRatingDifficultyWould take againReviews
Myriam Telus3.3 / 52.7 / 567%3

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