MJRU-GEOPH v.1 Geophysics Major (BSc Science)
Major/Stream Overview
This major/stream is part of a larger course. Information is specific to the major/stream, please refer to the course for more information.
Geophysics is an area of increasing importance, particularly in Australia. Graduates who acquire experience in this field may have many opportunities open to them both in Australia and Overseas. Geophysicists have always been required in the search for minerals and energy sources by developed countries. This demand is increasing. In addition, there is a fast growing demand from developing nations, which has already created a shortage of professionals. The importance of Geophysics relative to other exploration techniques will increase steadily as oil and mineral deposits are sought at greater depths below the Earth surface.
Major/Stream Entry and Completion Details
The Geophysics major requires WACE Mathematics 3C/3D and WACE Physics 3A/3B. WACE Mathematics: Specialist 3C/3D is desirable.
Major/Minor/Stream Organisation
Major/Stream Learning Outcomes
A graduate of this course can:
1. apply geophysical principles and methods to exploration problems
2. apply logical and rational processes to analyse geophysical information
3. access, evaluate and process geophysical and related information from multiple sources
4. communicate in ways appropriate to the geophysics discipline
5. use and apply geophysical technologies recognising their advantages and limitations
6. demonstrate ability to independently acquire knowledge
7. consider issues from global perspectives and meet international standards
8. work in interdisciplinary groups within a global/international framework
9. work ethically and professionally, both within a team and independently
| Course Structure | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 2 Semester 1 | |||||
| GEOL2001 | v.1 | Structure, Mineralogy and Geochemistry | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| MATH2009 | v.1 | Advanced Calculus | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| GEOP2002 | v.1 | Propagation of Energy | 2.0 | 12.5 | |
| GEOP2000 | v.1 | Introduction to Geophysical Oil and Gas Exploration Methods | 2.0 | 12.5 | |
| GEOL2004 | v.1 | Sedimentology and Stratigraphy | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 2 | |||||
| GEOL2009 | v.1 * | Geological Field Mapping | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| GEOL2000 | v.1 | Igneous and Metamorphic Petrology | 7.0 | 25.0 | |
| GEOP2003 | v.1 | Electromagnetic Fields in the Earth | 2.0 | 12.5 | |
| MATH2010 | v.1 | Linear Algebra | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| GEOP2001 | v.1 | Introduction to Geophysical Mineral Exploration Methods | 2.0 | 12.5 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 3 Semester 1 | |||||
| GEOP3000 | v.1 | Gravity and Magnetics for Exploration | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| GEOP3001 | v.1 | Introduction to Seismic Exploration | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| GEOP3002 | v.1 | Resistivity and Induced Polarisation Exploration Methods | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| GEOP3008 | v.1 | Theoretical Geophysics | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 3 Semester 2 | |||||
| GEOP3003 | v.1 | Electromagnetics and Radiometrics for Exploration | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| GEOP3009 | v.1 * | Geophysics Project | 2.5 | 25.0 | |
| GEOP3005 | v.1 | Environmental Geophysics | 2.0 | 12.5 | |
| GEOP3004 | v.1 | Seismic Acquisition for Exploration | 2.0 | 12.5 | |
| GEOP3006 | v.1 | Geophysical Data Processing | 6.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
* Supervised field work is an essential part of the course. Expense for this is payable by students and should not exceed $500 for the whole course.
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