10360 (v.2) Geophysics 601

Area:

Department of Exploration Geophysics

Credits:

25.0

Contact Hours:

2.0

Lecture:

1 x 2 Hours Weekly

Syllabus:

Specialised topics in exploration geophysics. For details please consult the course co-ordinator.

Unit Outcomes:

On successful completion of this unit, students will have- with respect to the gravitational and magnetic methods- Presented the theoretical bases of the potential fields and their application to interpretation techniques. An understanding of measurement techniques and instrumentation. Gained experience in data collection, processing and interpretation.

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:

Blakeley, R.J. (1995), Potential Theory in Gravity and Magnetic Applications. Cambridge, Cambridge University Press. Parasnis, D.S. (1997), Principles of Applied Geophysics (fifth edition). London, Chapman and Hall. Sheriff, R.E. (1991), Encyclopedic Dictionary of Exploration Geophysics (third edition). Tulsa, Society of Exploration Geophysics. Grant, S. and West, G.F. (1965), Interpretation Theory in Applied Geophysics. New York, McGraw-Hill.

Unit Texts:

Telford, W.M., Geldart, L.P., Sheriff, R.E. and Keys, D.A. (1990), Applied geophysics (second edition). Cambridge, Cambridge University Press.

Unit Assessment Breakdown:

Examination 60%, Laboratory work and assignments 40%. This is by grade/mark assessment.

Year	Location	Period	Internal	Area External	Central External
2004	Bentley Campus	Semester 1	Y