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5532 (v.5) Geophysics 503
Area: | Department of Exploration Geophysics |
Credits: | 25.0 |
Contact Hours: | 4.0 |
Lecture: | 2 x 2 Hours Weekly |
Syllabus: | Specialised topics in exploration geophysics. For details please consult the course co-ordinator. |
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Unit Outcomes: | In successful completion of this unit, students will have- Been provided with a fundamental understanding of the seismic exploration method of its application. |
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: | Sheriff, R.E., (1991), Encyclopedic Dictionary of Exploration Geophysicsics: 3rd Edition, Soc. Explo. Geophys., Tulsa, OK, USA. Telford, W.M., Geldart, L.P., Sheriff, R.E., and Keys, D.A., (1990), Applied Geophysics: Cambridge University Press. Dobrin, M.B., and Savit, C.H., (1988), Introduction to Geophysical Prospecting: Mc Graw-Hill. Burger, H.R., (1992), Exploration Geophysics if the Shallow Subsurface: Prentice Hall. |
Unit Texts: | Sheriff, R.E., and Geldart, L.P., (1990), Exploration Seismology: Soc. Explor.Geophys., Tulsa, OK, USA. Evans, B.J., Geophysics 303/503/603 Manual |
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Unit Assessment Breakdown: | Assignments 10%, Class Tests 10%, Examination (2 hour paper) during formal examination weeks 50%, Laboratory 30%. This is by Grade/Mark Assessment. |
Field of Education: | 10700 Earth Sciences (Narrow Grouping) | 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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