Overview

In list form, the syllabus can be summarised thus:

Seismic surveying

a. Propagation of seismic waves in the subsurface

b. Field hardware

c. Seismic refraction surveying

d. Seismic reflection surveying

e. Seismic data processing

f. Seismic interpretation

Electrical and electro-magnetic surveying

a. Underlying theory

b. Data acquisition techniques

c. Interpretation techniques

d. Application to terrestrial and marine studies

Assessment Strategy

threshold -D A partial understanding of the principles of geophysics (within the scope of the curriculum, learning outcomes and skills outlined in this form). Basic appreciation and some understanding of the underlying theory and potential limitations/power of geophysical techniques for sub-surface imaging and geological interpretation. Basic ability to solve numerical problems associated geophysical investigation. Basic ability to acquire, process, interpret and present geophysical data

good -B A complete understanding of the principles of geophysics. Comprehensive appreciation and limited understanding of the underlying theory and potential limitations/power of geophysical techniques for sub-surface imaging and geological interpretation. Ability to solve numerical problems associated geophysical investigation. Ability to acquire, process, interpret and present geophysical data

excellent -A Thorough understanding of the principles of geophysics. Highly developed appreciation and limited understanding of the underlying theory and potential limitations/power of geophysical techniques for sub-surface imaging and geological interpretation. Highly developed ability to solve numerical problems associated geophysical investigation. Highly developed ability to acquire, process, interpret and present geophysical data

Learning Outcomes

• Upon successful completion of this module, students should be able to: demonstrate an understanding of the physics which governs the earth’s geophysical response – specifically in relation to seismic, electrical, electro-magnetic and magnetic and techniques.

• Upon successful completion of this module, students should be able to: Acquire, process and interpret geophysical data using appropriate theory and software

• Upon successful completion of this module, students should be able to: Demonstrate a knowledge of the hardware and software used in the field of environmental and engineering geophysics

• Upon successful completion of this module, students should be able to: an appreciation of the limitations of the geophysical method.