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GEOL 460: Laser Ablation ICP-MS Theory and Applications in the Sciences

Geology · 4 credits

The course covers the scientific underpinnings of laser ablation inductively-coupled plasma mass spectrometry (LA-ICP-MS) and its application for determining the trace element chemistry of solid materials. This course provides valuable hands-on experience operating this advanced analytical instrument.

Offered in 2 of the 26 listed terms (Winter 2022 to Winter 2026).

Prerequisites

GEOL 306 or GEOL 311 or (GEOL 211 and CHEM 434) or (MSCI 325 or ANTH 410 or ANTH 420)

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Sas, Mai2Winter 2022 to Winter 2026

Every offering in the listed terms (2 sections)

TermSecCRNTypeMeetsInstructorEnrolledDelivery
Winter 2026012700Lecture/LabMW 2:00pm-3:50pm · ES 223Sas, Mai5/6Face to Face Instruction
Winter 20220
ICP-MS Theory and Application in the Earth Sciences
13681Lecture/LabTR 8:00am-9:50am · ES 223Sas, Mai3/6Face to Face Instruction