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306201 (v.1) Geophysics 631


 

Area:

Department of Exploration Geophysics

Credits:

12.5

Contact Hours:

2.0

Lecture:

1 x 2 Hours Weekly

Syllabus:

Specialised topics in exploration geophysics covering advanced potential fields, advanced EM and borehole geophysics.
 

Unit Outcomes:

On successful completion of this unit, students will have- Comprehensively covered transformations and analysis of potential field data (gravity and magnetic data). Explored new developments such as gravity gradiometry. A detailed understanding of TEM acquisition and interpretation. Knowledge of borehole methods in mining and environmental applications.

Texts and references listed below are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Some units taught offshore are modified at selected locations. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information and approved offshore variations to unit information before finalising study and textbook purchases.

Unit References:

Ackroyd, M.H. (1973), Digital filters. London, Butterworths. Grant, F. and West, G. (1965), Interpretation theory in applied geophysics. New York, McGraw Hill. Kaufman, A.A. and Keller, G.V. (1983), Frequency and transient sounding. New York, ElsevierScientific Publication Co. Nabighian, M.N. et al. (1987), Electromagnetic methods in applied geophysics. Volumes 1 and 2, Society of Exploration Geophysics, Investigations in Geophysics No.3.

Unit Texts:

No prescribed texts.
 

Unit Assessment Breakdown:

Examination (Advanced EM 25%, Advanced potential fields 35%, Borehole methods 40%.) 100%. This is by grade/mark assessment.

Field of Education:

 10705 Geophysics

HECS Band (if applicable):

2  

Extent to which this unit or thesis utilises online information:

 Informational  

Result Type:

 Grade/Mark


Availability

Availability Information has not been provided by the respective School or Area. Prospective students should contact the School or Area listed above for further information.

 
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