8163 (v.6) Geophysics 242
| Area: | Department of Exploration Geophysics |
| Credits: | 12.5 |
| Contact Hours: | 2.0 |
| Lecture: | 1 x 1 Hours Weekly |
| Laboratory: | 2 x 2 Hours Monthly |
| Prerequisite(s): | 7031 (v.5) Geology 101 or any previous version
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7032 (v.5) Geology 102 or any previous version
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7056 (v.5) Mathematics 111 or any previous version
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| Syllabus: | Seismic - elastic properties of rocks, reflection and refraction methods for obtaining formation depths. Electromagnetic - induction laws, instrumental systems to measure phase, amplitude and direction interpretation of anomalies. Radioactivity - measuring techniques and their applications to assaying and radioactive dating. Field trips and demonstrations in nearby locations. |
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| Unit Outcomes: | On successful completion of this unit, students will have- Developed skills in communication and problem solving. Master in application of knowledge. An understanding of technology. |
| 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: | No prescribed references. |
| Unit Texts: | No prescribed texts. |
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Current as of: February 2, 2004
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