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EARTHSCI 720
: Geochemistry of our World2022 Semester One (1223)
Provides a broad overview of applications of geochemistry across multiple disciplines. In addition, this course will help determine the suitability of different analytical techniques to different problems while providing practical experience in collecting and evaluating geochemical data. Subject areas are wide-reaching and include, geology, environmental science, biology, archaeology, and forensic sciences. No formal prerequisite but knowledge of introductory chemistry will be assumed.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
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EARTHSCI 720
: Geochemistry of our World2021 Semester One (1213)
Provides a broad overview of applications of geochemistry across multiple disciplines. In addition, this course will help determine the suitability of different analytical techniques to different problems while providing practical experience in collecting and evaluating geochemical data. Subject areas are wide-reaching and include, geology, environmental science, biology, archaeology, and forensic sciences. No formal prerequisite but knowledge of introductory chemistry will be assumed.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
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EARTHSCI 720
: Geochemistry of our World2020 Semester One (1203)
Provides a broad overview of applications of geochemistry across multiple disciplines. In addition, this course will help determine the suitability of different analytical techniques to different problems while providing practical experience in collecting and evaluating geochemical data. Subject areas are wide-reaching and include, geology, environmental science, biology, archaeology, and forensic sciences. No formal prerequisite but knowledge of introductory chemistry will be assumed.
Restriction: GEOLOGY 720
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EARTHSCI 732
: Exploring Environmental Change2025 Semester One (1253)
Sedimentary and biological records show that extreme, rapid and short-lived climatic and environmental changes occurred in the past. Case studies are used to introduce the tools used to identify and interpret abrupt environmental changes during the Last Glacial Period and Holocene that may have implications for the present and our future.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
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EARTHSCI 732
: Exploring Environmental Change2024 Semester One (1243)
Sedimentary and biological records show that extreme, rapid and short-lived climatic and environmental changes occurred in the past. Case studies are used to introduce the tools used to identify and interpret abrupt environmental changes during the Last Glacial Period and Holocene that may have implications for the present and our future.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
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EARTHSCI 732
: Reconstructing Environmental Change2023 Semester One (1233)
Examines key issues in environmental change with an emphasis on the South West Pacific during the Quaternary. Methods applied to reconstruct and constrain the timing of environmental change are explored, including glacial geomorphology, environmental isotopes, micro- and macro-fossil remains such as pollen, diatoms and wood, and relevant geochronologic techniques. No formal prerequisite, but an understanding equivalent to EARTHSCI 307, GEOG 334 or GEOLOGY 303 will be assumed.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
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EARTHSCI 732
: Reconstructing Environmental Change2021 Semester Two (1215)
Examines key issues in environmental change with an emphasis on the South West Pacific during the Quaternary. Methods applied to reconstruct and constrain the timing of environmental change are explored, including glacial geomorphology, environmental isotopes, micro- and macro-fossil remains such as pollen, diatoms and wood, and relevant geochronologic techniques. No formal prerequisite, but an understanding equivalent to EARTHSCI 307, GEOG 334 or GEOLOGY 303 will be assumed.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
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EARTHSCI 732
: Reconstructing Environmental Change2020 Semester One (1203)
Examines key issues in environmental change with an emphasis on the South West Pacific during the Quaternary. Methods applied to reconstruct and constrain the timing of environmental change are explored, including glacial geomorphology, environmental isotopes, micro- and macro-fossil remains such as pollen, diatoms and wood, and relevant geochronologic techniques. No formal prerequisite, but an understanding equivalent to EARTHSCI 307, GEOG 334 or GEOLOGY 303 will be assumed.
Restriction: GEOG 732
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EARTHSCI 752
: Volcanoes2025 Semester Two (1255)
Volcanoes were an important part in the formation of Earth’s crust and atmosphere and influenced the evolution of life. Today, volcanoes play an important role in society from hazards and resources to recreation. This course covers how and why volcanoes erupt from magma processes in the mantle to eruption at the surface.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
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EARTHSCI 752
: Volcanoes2024 Semester Two (1245)
Volcanoes were an important part in the formation of Earth’s crust and atmosphere and influenced the evolution of life. Today, volcanoes play an important role in society from hazards and resources to recreation. This course covers how and why volcanoes erupt from magma processes in the mantle to eruption at the surface.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
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EARTHSCI 752
: Understanding Volcanic Systems2023 Semester Two (1235)
Understanding how and why volcanoes erupt from magma processes in mantle to eruption at the surface. All tectonic settings and explosive and effusive processes are examined. Volcanic hazards and resource exploration in volcanic terrain is also covered.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
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EARTHSCI 752
: Understanding Volcanic Systems2022 Semester Two (1225)
Understanding how and why volcanoes erupt from magma processes in mantle to eruption at the surface. All tectonic settings and explosive and effusive processes are examined. Volcanic hazards and resource exploration in volcanic terrain is also covered.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
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EARTHSCI 752
: Understanding Volcanic Systems2021 Semester Two (1215)
Understanding how and why volcanoes erupt from magma processes in mantle to eruption at the surface. All tectonic settings and explosive and effusive processes are examined. Volcanic hazards and resource exploration in volcanic terrain is also covered.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
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EARTHSCI 752
: Understanding Volcanic Systems2020 Semester Two (1205)
Understanding how and why volcanoes erupt from magma processes in mantle to eruption at the surface. All tectonic settings and explosive and effusive processes are examined. Volcanic hazards and resource exploration in volcanic terrain is also covered.
Restriction: GEOLOGY 751, 752
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EARTHSCI 754
: Integrated Sedimentology and Tectonics2024 Semester Two (1245)
Develops an advanced and practical understanding of how sedimentary and tectonic processes relate to one another. Case studies, field work, guest lectures and discussions will allow critical examination of the latest research into the dynamics of tectonic and sedimentary environments.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
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EARTHSCI 754
: Advanced Sedimentology2023 Semester Two (1235)
Develops an advanced understanding of sedimentology. Critically examines the latest research into the dynamics of contemporary and ancient surface processes and sedimentary environments. Case studies, field work, guest lectures and discussions are used to develop a deep understanding of sedimentology.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
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EARTHSCI 754
: Pure and Applied Sedimentology2022 Semester Two (1225)
An integrated account of aspects of advanced sedimentology from sediment source to sink. Critical examination of recent and ongoing, pure and applied research into the dynamics of sedimentary environments and their recognition in the ancient record. No formal prerequisite, but knowledge of sedimentology and sedimentary processes at the level covered in GEOG 262 or GEOLOGY 202 will be assumed.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
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EARTHSCI 754
: Pure and Applied Sedimentology2021 Semester Two (1215)
An integrated account of aspects of advanced sedimentology from sediment source to sink. Critical examination of recent and ongoing, pure and applied research into the dynamics of sedimentary environments and their recognition in the ancient record. No formal prerequisite, but knowledge of sedimentology and sedimentary processes at the level covered in GEOG 262 or GEOLOGY 202 will be assumed.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
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EARTHSCI 763
: Sub-surface Geophysical Exploration2020 Semester Two (1205)
The practice behind exploring the subsurface using seismic waves, ground-penetrating radar, and potential field methods. The course consists of four modules focusing on the rock physics background of geophysical techniques, aspects of geophysical studies of reservoirs, ground-penetrating radar surveys, as well as interpretation of gravity, magnetic and electrical data.
Prerequisite: GEOPHYS 330, EARTHSCI 361 or GEOPHYS 361 or equivalent
Restriction: GEOPHYS 761, 762, 763
Restriction: GEOPHYS 761, 762, 763
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EARTHSCI 764
: Marine Geosciences2021 Semester One (1213)
The multidisciplinary field of Marine Geosciences, including an overview on acoustic surveying of seafloor and water column, and field acquisition of echosounder data. Further topics include analysis of sediment cores, seafloor sedimentology, marine geochemistry, marine hydrocarbon exploration, and seafloor stability.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
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EARTHSCI 770
: Engineering Geological Mapping2025 Summer School (1250)
A field-based course which provides hands-on experience in outcrop mapping, geomorphic mapping, and simple field testing of rocks and soils for geotechnical purposes.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
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EARTHSCI 770
: Engineering Geological Mapping2024 Summer School (1240)
A field-based course which provides hands-on experience in outcrop mapping, geomorphic mapping, and simple field testing of rocks and soils for geotechnical purposes.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
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EARTHSCI 770
: Engineering Geological Mapping2023 Summer School (1230)
A field-based course which provides hands-on experience in outcrop mapping, geomorphic mapping, and simple field testing of rocks and soils for geotechnical purposes.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
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EARTHSCI 770
: Engineering Geological Mapping2022 Summer School (1220)
A field-based course which provides hands-on experience in outcrop mapping, geomorphic mapping, and simple field testing of rocks and soils for geotechnical purposes.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
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EARTHSCI 770
: Engineering Geological Mapping2021 Summer School (1210)
A field-based course which provides hands-on experience in outcrop mapping, geomorphic mapping, and simple field testing of rocks and soils for geotechnical purposes.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
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