EMSC2018 Geophysics
Later Year Course
| Offered By | RSES Admin |
|---|---|
| Academic Career | Undergraduate |
| Course Subject | Earth and Marine Science |
| Offered in | First Semester, 2009 and First Semester, 2010 |
| Unit Value | 6 units |
| Course Description |
This unit provides an introduction to the geophysical methods used to explore the Earth's interior. The unit will cover seismic methods used to determine the structure and behaviour of the Earth's deep interior, as well as the application of seismic, gravity, magnetic, electrical, electro-magnetic, and radiometric techniques to probe crustal structure and composition, to explore for various types of mineral and energy resources, and in environmental and archaeological applications. Students will gain practical experience in the application of various geophysical methods to solve problems in laboratory and field exercises. |
| Workload |
A maximum of 39 hours of lectures and 26 hours of laboratory classes. |
| Areas of Interest | Earth and Marine Sciences |
| Requisite Statement |
Any first year EMSC, GEOL or PHYS course |
| Incompatibility | GEOL2018 |
| Science Group | B |
| Academic Contact | Malcolm Sambridge and Michelle Salmon |
The information published on the Study at ANU 2009 website applies to the 2009 academic year only. All information provided on this website replaces the information contained in the Study at ANU 2008 website.
