302610 (v.2) Geophysics 421


 

Area:Department of Exploration Geophysics
Credits:12.5
Contact Hours:2.0
Lecture:1 x 2 Hours Weekly
Syllabus:Introduction to seismic data acquisition methods, seismic waves, CMP, stacking, sources, receivers, survey systems, 2-D, 3-D recording, planning a survey, tomography and VSP.
 
Unit Outcomes: On successful completion of this unit, students will have- A sound knowledge of seismic data acquisition methods.
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: Dobrin, M.B. and Savit, C.H. (1976), Introduction to Geophysical Prospecting. New York, McGraw-Hill Book Company. Sheriff, R.E. (1991), Encyclopedic Dictionary of Exploration Geophysics. Tulsa, Society of Exploration Geophysics.
Unit Texts: Evans, B.J. (1995), Geophysics: Field Data Acquisition. Tulsa, Society of Exploration Geophysics
 
Unit Assessment Breakdown: Assignments 25%, Class tests 25%, Examination 50%. This is by grade/mark assessment.
YearLocationPeriodInternalArea ExternalCentral External
2004Bentley CampusSemester 1Y  

 

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