Prerequisites: both CHEM 001C and CHEM 01LC or both CHEM 01HC and CHEM 1HLC or equivalents; a grade of “C-” or better in one of the following courses: GEO 001, GEO 002, GEO 009 or GEO 011
Description: Explores the global carbon cycle and the origin and fate of organic carbon molecules throughout Earth’s history. Covers production and composition of biogenic matter and microbial, chemical, and thermal processing of sedimentary organic matter, leading to oil, gas, and coal formation. Addresses important applications to the petroleum and environmental sectors.