306168 (v.1) Geophysics 624


 

Area:Department of Exploration Geophysics
Credits:12.5
Contact Hours:2.0
Lecture:1 x 2 Hours Weekly
Syllabus:Basic petroleum geology. Wave theory, processing issues, types of noise. Well logs, synthetic seismograms. Velocities, Depth conversion. Structural styles. Seismostratigraphy. Direct hydrocarbon indicators. Attributes. Interpretation in practice.
 
Unit Outcomes: On successful completion of this unit, students will have- Been introduced to seismic interpretation, especially as used in the oil industry.
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: Yilmaz, O. (2001), Seismic data analysis, processing, inversion and interpretation of seismic data. Tulsa, Society of Exploration Geophysics. Brown, A.R. (1999), Interpretation of three-dimensional seismic data. AAPG Memoir 42.
Unit Texts: No prescribed text.
 
Unit Assessment Breakdown: Examination 50%, Homework/assignments 30%, In-house presentation 20%. This is by grade/mark assessment.
YearLocationPeriodInternalArea ExternalCentral External
2004Bentley CampusSemester 2Y  

 

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