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. |
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: | 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. |
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 1 | 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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