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10296 (v.2) Geophysics 212


 

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):

1738 (v.4) Physical Measurements 101 or any previous version
AND
1744 (v.3) Structure of Matter 102 or any previous version
AND
1745 (v.5) Physical Measurements 102 or any previous version
AND
7031 (v.5) Geology 101 or any previous version
AND
7032 (v.5) Geology 102 or any previous version
AND
7062 (v.6) Mathematics 101 or any previous version
AND
7063 (v.6) Mathematics 102 or any previous version

Syllabus:

Response to time varying fields - induced polarisation, time and frequency domain. Electromagnetic methods, instruments and interpretation. Radioactivity - measuring techniques and their applications to assaying and radioactive dating. Seismic - elastic properties of rocks, reflection and refraction methods. Field trips and demonstrations in nearby locations.
 

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.

Texts and references listed below are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Some units taught offshore are modified at selected locations. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information and approved offshore variations to unit information before finalising study and textbook purchases.

Unit References:

No prescribed references.

Unit Texts:

No prescribed texts.
 

Field of Education:

 10705 Geophysics

HECS Band (if applicable):

2  

Extent to which this unit or thesis utilises online information:

 Informational  

Result Type:

 Grade/Mark


Availability

Availability Information has not been provided by the respective School or Area. Prospective students should contact the School or Area listed above for further information.

 
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