306172 (v.1) Geophysics 632
| Area: | Department of Exploration Geophysics |
| Credits: | 12.5 |
| Contact Hours: | 4.0 |
| Lecture: | 2 x 2 Hours Weekly |
| Syllabus: | Specialised topic in exploration geophysics covering seismic refraction, EM (frequency and time domain), high resolution magnetics, resistivity and ground penetrating radar. Inverse theory and applications to geophysical data will be covered. Usage scenarios covered will include landfills, civil engineering, cavity detection, roads, groundwater, regolith, archaeology and salinity mapping. |
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| Unit Outcomes: | On successful completion of this unit, students will have- A thorough understanding of the theory and use of advanced geophysical techniques in exploration and mapping the near-surface of regolith dominated or urban environment. |
| 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: | Meju, M. (1994), Geophysical data analysis. Society of Exploration Geophysics, Course notes series No. 6. Sharma, P.V. (1997), Environmental and engineering geophysics. Cambridge, Cambridge University Press. Ward, S.H. (ed.) (1997), Geotechnical and environmental geophysics. Society of Exploration Geophysics, IG No.5, Vols. I, II and III. |
| Unit Texts: | No prescribed texts. |
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| Unit Assessment Breakdown: | Examination 100%. This is by grade/mark assessment. |
| Year | Location | Period | Internal | Area External | Central External | | 2004 | Bentley Campus | Semester 2 | Y | | | |
Current as of: February 2, 2004
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