10362 (v.2) Geophysics 603

Area:

Department of Exploration Geophysics

Credits:

25.0

Contact Hours:

2.0

Lecture:

1 x 2 Hours Weekly

Syllabus:

Specialised topics in exploration geophysics. For details please consult the course co-ordinator.

Unit Outcomes:

On successful completion of this unit, students will have- A fundamental understanding of the seismic exploration methods and its application.

Text and references listed above are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information.

Unit References:

Sheriff, R.E. (1991), Encyclopedic Dictionary of Exploration Geophysics (third edition). Tulsa, Society of Exploration Geophysics. Telford, W.M., Geldart, L.P., Sheriff, R.E. and Keys, D.A. (1990), Applied Geophysics. Cambridge, Cambridge University Press. Dobrin, M.B. and Savit, C.H. (1988), Introduction to geophysical prospecting. New York, McGraw-Hill. Burger, H.R. (1992), Exploration Geophysics of the Shallow Subsurface. New York, Prentice Hall.

Unit Texts:

Sheriff, R.E. and Geldart, L.P. (1990), Exploration Seismology. Tulsa, Society of Exploration Geophysics. Evans, B.J. Geophysics 303/503/603 Manual.

Unit Assessment Breakdown:

Assignments 10%, Class tests 10%, Examination 50%, Laboratory 30%. This is by grade/mark assessment.

Year	Location	Period	Internal	Area External	Central External
2004	Bentley Campus	Semester 1	Y