GE407 Applied Geophysics

Contents and structure

The course provides an introduction to important geophysical concepts:

• Electrical resistivity methods
• Electromagnetic methods (in particularly georadar)
• Applied Seismology
• Seismic refraction surveying
• Seismic reflection surveying
• Geomagnetic methods
• Gravity methods
• Geophysical fieldwork using electrical resistivity methods, georadar and refraction seismic.

Learning Outcome

Knowledge

• Students will develop an understanding of various geophysical methods and their application in geological investigations.

Skills

• Students will know how to interpret geophysical data collected using gravity and geomagnetic methods, reflection- and refraction seismics, electrical resistivity methods and georadar.
• Students will be able to determine which geophysical method is best suited for various geological investigations and challenges.
• Students will learn how to plan and carry out geophysical fieldwork using georadar, 2D electrical surveying techniques and refraction seismic.
• Students will know how to process, interpret and present measurements collected with georadar, 2D electrical surveying techniques and refraction seismic.

 

General qualifications

• Students will obtain a thorough understanding of a range of the most commonly applied geophysical methods.
• Students will be able to apply their knowledge and skills to plan and carry out geophysical fieldwork, conduct subsequent data processing and present a thorough interpretation of the collected data.

Entry requirements

None

Recommended previous knowledge

GE406:           Introduction to Geology

MA414:          Mathematics for Science Studies

FY400:           Introduction to Physics

Teaching methods

• Lectures
• Practical exercises with 6 mandatory exercise reports
• Mandatory fieldwork and report
• Mandatory seminar

Compulsory learning activities

• Approved reports from practical exercises (6/8)
• Mandatory fieldwork
• Approved report from fieldwork (group work) 
• Mandatory seminar

Assessment

4 hour written exam (digital). Counts for 100% of final grade.

Grading: A-F.

Examination support material

Calculator and ruler.

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Course reductions

• GE407 - Innføring i anvendt geofysikk - Reduction: 10 studypoints