Entry requirements

Participation in Sedimentology, Palaeontology and Stratigraphy, 10 credits. 10 credits in mathematics are recommended.

Learning outcomes

On completion of the course the student shall be able to:

• describe different geophysical theories and methods.
• account for what physical properties different geophysical techniques are sensitive to.
• make simple geological models based on geophysical data.
• independently apply different geophysical methods to geological problems related to natural resources and environment.

Content

The course provides a general introduction to common geophysical methods used for exploration of natural resources, and investigation of geological and geotechnical structures of the Earth. The methods include gravity, magnetics, seismics, electrics, electromagnetics and radiometry. Each method is explained by considering the physical properties they are sensitive to, which physical principles are applied, and how measurements are used to derive information about the subsurface. Instrumentation, data acquisition and processing methods, and interpretation are illustrated with case studies. The strengths and limitations of each method is also discussed.

Instruction

Lectures, seminars, computer exercises and assignments.

Assessment

Written examination (8hp) and assignments (2hp).

If there are special reasons for doing so, an examiner may make an exception from the method of assessment indicated and allow a student to be assessed by another method. An example of special reasons might be a certificate regarding special pedagogical support from the disability coordinator of the university.