Undergraduate Catalog

EPSS 424 Seismic Reflection Interpretation

The course covers principles and practices of seismic reflection interpretation, including seismic interpretation theory and principles; selection of wavelets; well-to-seismic ties; synthetic seismograms; fault identification; time-to-depth conversion; seismic stratigraphy; 3D seismic interpretation; seismic fracture analysis and interpretation; and seismic attributes. Students learn to interpret various processed seismic data using seismic data interpretation software. Emphasis is on the interpretation of carbonate strata.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

EPSS323

Distribution

2-3-3

Offered

Fall Spring