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GEOL
561

Geophysical Field Methods

Hours

3.0 Credit, 3 Lecture, 0 Lab
Geophysical data acquisition processing and computer-assisted interpretation, emphasizing field deployment techniques, use of commercial data processing, and visualization software.

Learning Outcome 1

Become expert at using an exploration seismograph and ground-penetrating radar (GPR) for subsurface surveying.

Learning Outcome 1

Become expert at using an exploration seismograph and ground-penetrating radar (GPR) for subsurface surveying.

Learning Outcome 2

Be able to design and supervise a seismic/GPR survey.

Learning Outcome 2

Be able to design and supervise a seismic/GPR survey.

Learning Outcome 3

Have real-world experiences in mostly outdoor “lab” settings that will mimic a professional environment.

Learning Outcome 3

Have real-world experiences in mostly outdoor “lab” settings that will mimic a professional environment.

Learning Outcome 4

Become acquainted with basic data processing and modeling software tools.

Learning Outcome 4

Become acquainted with basic data processing and modeling software tools.