Course Description
Biogeochemical processes related to water in the natural environment. Course focuses on chemical equilbria and kinetics of: precipitation and dissolution, acid-base chemistry and the carbonate system, oxidation-reduction chemistry, and organic geochemistry in lakes, rivers, estuaries, and oceans. Topics revolve around water quality and global change. Course includes in class field sampling and lab work as well as a mandatory Saturday field trip.
Non-Std Tm
Through Fall 2025
Spring 2026
Instructors
Meeting Patterns
Classes Start:
January 12, 2026
Classes End:
April 28, 2026
Location:
05131 Jordan Hall
Class Days:
M W
Class Start Time:
8:30am
Class End Time:
9:45am
Class Type:
Lecture
Credits:
3.00
Restrictions:
Restriction: MEA and ENE Majors Only. Other Majors With Permission of Instructor; Prerequisite: CH 201 or CH 203