10361 (v.2) Geophysics 602

Area:

Department of Exploration Geophysics

Credits:

25.0

Contact Hours:

5.0

Lecture:

1 x 2 Hours Weekly

Laboratory:

1 x 3 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- Comprehensively covered the electromagnetic, radiometric and well logging methods. Been presented with examples of geophysical surveys in mining, groundwater and engineering applications.

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:

Nabighian, M.N. (ed.) (1991), Electromagnetic methods in applied geophysics. Society of Exploration Geology, IG No. 3, Vol.2. Grant, S. and West, G.F. (1965), Introduction theory in applied geophysics. New York, McGraw Hill. Parasnis, D.S. (1996), Principles of applied geophysics (fifth edition). London, Chapman and Hall. Kellerm G. and Frischnecht, F. (1966), Electrical methods in geophysical prospecting. London, Pergamon.

Unit Texts:

Telford, W.M., Geldart, D.P. and Sheriff, R.E. (1990), Applied geophysics, Vol. 2. Cambridge, Cambridge University Press. Geophysics undergraduate laboratory manual

Unit Assessment Breakdown:

Assignments 15%, Examination 60%, Laboratory work/field exercises 25%. This is by grade/mark assessment.

Year	Location	Period	Internal	Area External	Central External
2004	Bentley Campus	Semester 2	Y