PHY3105 GEOPHYSICS II

This is a continuation of Geophysics I. The general aim of the course is to explain the basic principles of the different geophysical methods – gravity, magnetic, electrical and electromagnetic - and their use in locating resources such as hydrocarbons and metallic minerals, groundwater and litho logical mapping

Course Objectives
By the end of the course the student should be able to

• Describe the most important geophysical methods used to determine physical subsurface properties
• Describe techniques which lead to the discovery of minerals of economic interest
• Specify the most appropriate technique(s) to solve any particular geological problem
• Design and execute geophysical survey for a given area; and
• Process and interpret geophysical data
• Perform experiments linking theory to practical aspects

Expected Learning Outcomes
Describe the difference between a potential field, diffusive field, and a wave field

• Discuss advantages and limitations to various geophysical methods 
• Predict the geophysical response to simplified geological structures
• Design an appropriate set of geophysical surveys to investigate a potential subsurface target
• Map gravity anomalies used in mineral exploration.