12457 (v.2) Geophysics 311
| Area: | Department of Exploration Geophysics |
| Credits: | 12.5 |
| Contact Hours: | 2.0 |
| Lecture: | 2 x 1 Hours Weekly |
| Prerequisite(s): | 7905 (v.5) Mathematical Methods 202 or any previous version
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8648 (v.3) Mathematical Methods 201 or any previous version
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12524 (v.2) Geophysics 214 or any previous version
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| Syllabus: | Use of tensor analysis - anisotropy in seismic and electrical data. Complex variables, special functions - Bessel functions, orthogonal polynomials. Integral transforms - boundary value problems, wave equation. Inversion theory in exploration geophysics. |
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| Unit Outcomes: | On successful completion of this unit, students will have- Been equipped with the skills in advanced mathematical techniques as used in geophysical exploration. |
| 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: | Spiegal, M.R. (1971), Schaum's outline of theory and problems of advanced mathematics for engineers and scientists. New York, McGraw Hill. Hilderbrand, F.B. (1987), Introduction to numerical analysis (second edition). New York, McGraw Hill, Dover Publications. |
| Unit Texts: | No prescribed texts. |
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| Unit Assessment Breakdown: | Assignment 40%, Examination 60%. This is by grade/mark assessment. |
| Year | Location | Period | Internal | Area External | Central External | | 2004 | Bentley Campus | Semester 1 | Y | | | |
Current as of: February 2, 2004
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