Advanced Seminar in Geology and Geochemistry OpenCourseWare: MIT's Free Online Graduate Level Course on Organic Geochemistry

Published Jan 14, 2009

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Learn about the principles of organic geochemistry in the 'Advanced Seminar in Geology and Geochemistry: Organic Geochemistry' OpenCourseWare from MIT. This free online class explores the structure and properties of organic matter. This graduate-level course is intended for students interested in studying Geology, Chemistry or Geochemistry.

Advanced Seminar in Geology and Geochemistry: Organic Geochemistry: Course Specifics

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Advanced Seminar in Geology and Geochemistry: Organic Geochemistry: Course Description

In this free OpenCourseWare from MIT, students can explore the geochemical principles used to study organic matter. Focusing primarily on chemical fossils, the 'Advanced Seminar in Geology and Geochemistry: Organic Geochemistry' OpenCourseWare will help students understand how to use chemical markers to obtain information about the formation and structural properties of organic matter. The course covers a wide range of topics, including the formation of matter, biomarkers and their role in studying the organism and the changes geological specimens undergo during erosion. Students will also learn how information from biomarkers can be used in the recreation of the geological environment. Professor Robert Summons teaches this graduate-level course.

A list of suggested readings and written assignments are offered on the course website. If you're interested in taking this free online course, visit the organic geochemistry course page.

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