314670 v.1 Geophysics Major (Master of Science)
Introduction
This major is designed to meet the needs of geology, physics, mathematics, engineering and surveying graduates seeking a career in geophysics. It is also for geophysics graduates from other universities wishing to become more familiar with recent geophysical developments. Students will complete a range of coursework units from all areas of exploration geophysics. They will also learn to conduct and manage research before undertaking several major research project units. There is an option to exit this major after finishing the first year with the award of Post Graduate Diploma in Science. This major is currently not available for Honours (Geophysics) students.
| Course Structure | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 Semester 1 | |||||
| 10364 | v.4 | Resistivity and Induced Polarisation Exploration Methods 605 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 12454 | v.5 | Gravity and Magnetics for Exploration 301 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 12455 | v.5 | Introduction to Seismic Exploration 303 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 311700 | v.1 | Science Research Methodologies 551 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 1 Semester 2 | |||||
| 12458 | v.5 | Electromagnetics and Radiometrics for Exploration 302 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 302652 | v.2 | Seismic Acquisition for Exploration 315 | 2.0 | 12.5 | |
| 302654 | v.3 | Environmental Geophysics 318 | 2.0 | 12.5 | |
| 311774 | v.2 | Geophysical Data Processing 612 | 6.0 | 25.0 | |
| 5566 | v.5 | Geophysics Project 502 | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 1 | |||||
| 302615 | v.4 | Seismic Imaging and Modelling 423 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 310305 | v.3 | Geophysics Project 625 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 314664 | v.1 | Advanced Electromagnetic and Potential Field Methods in Geophysics 433 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 314671 | v.1 | Geophysical Reservoir Characterisation 622 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 2 | |||||
| 302624 | v.4 | Seismic Interpretation 424 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 314663 | v.1 | Borehole Geophysics 426 | 25.0 | ||
| 314672 | v.1 | Geophysics Project 626 | 5.0 | 50.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
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