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. |
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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. |
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: | 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 |
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Unit Assessment Breakdown: | Assignments 15%, Examination 60%, Laboratory work/field exercises 25%. This is by grade/mark assessment. |
Field of Education: | 10705 Geophysics | HECS Band (if applicable): | 2 |
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Extent to which this unit or thesis utilises online information: | Informational | Result Type: | Grade/Mark |
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Availability
| Year | Location | Period | Internal | Area External | Central External | | 2004 | Bentley Campus | Semester 2 | Y | | |
Area
External | refers to external course/units run by the School or Department, offered online or through Web CT, or offered by research. |
Central
External | refers to external course/units run through the Curtin Bentley-based Distance Education Area |
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