Undergraduate Catalog

PGEG 351 Applied Geophysics

The course provides an introduction to the principles and methods involved in modern geophysical petroleum exploration. The course concentrates on physical principles survey techniques and interpretation of gravity, magnetics, electrical, and electromagnetics techniques. Students will learn about the equipment used, typical fieldwork design, numerical data corrections, and data processing for each survey method. The course includes at least 3 all-day field trips.

Credits

4

Prerequisite

PGEG 221, PHYS 122

Offered

Spring