Oceanography (OCE 2001) was for the first time taught in combination with a WebCT web-based component. A field excursion to the Everglades, Florida Keys and Jupiter Beach was added. Field-based instruction at the Florida Aquarium became part of the course.

Introduction to Geochemistry (GLY 6246) was completely revised and now includes laboratory hands-on modules. Because of the diverse interests of the students that take this class three new modules were created and taught in the second half of the course: Aqueous Geochemistry, Geochemistry of Igneous Rocks and Geochemistry of Sedimentary Rocks.

Groundwater Geochemistry (GLY 6828) now includes several fieldtrips and hands-on modules. The course content has been changed to cover local groundwater contamination case studies. This makes the course much more appealing for students who are full times employees of local consulting companies or regulatory government bodies.

Fluid Earth (GLY 3720) is a completely new course that was developed as part of new Geology undergraduate curriculum.

Laboratory Methods (GLY 6905) is a structured “Independent Study” course that I developed for incoming graduate students with an interest in analytical techniques in aqueous geochemistry. Students are exposed to cutting edge instrumentation and methodology in theory and application.

Laboratory Methods (GLY 4947L)/Field Methods (GLY 4948L) These are two new contributions to the “Practical and Applied” courses that are required as part of the new Geology undergraduate curriculum. They are designed to train students on how to sample and analyze aqueous media.

Fieldtrip Dominica (GLY 4780/GLY 6739) This is a new fieldtrip to the volcanic island of Dominica combined with one semester of classroom/laboratory instruction. The purpose of this course is to expose students to examples of Caribbean volcanism and associated hydrothermal systems.