Course overview
This course introduces geophysical techniques that can be applied to determine the physical characteristics of the Earth's lithosphere, with direct application to the detection and mapping of mineral and energy resources in three dimensions. We take a generic view, that economic concentrations of mineral and energy resources are geological anomalies that are defined by extreme localised enrichments (of specific elements, minerals, liquids, gases or heat) and are recognisable by steep gradients in a range of measurable geophysical properties. The course is divided into modules covering geophysical exploration techniques commonly used in minerals and energy exploration, (gravity, magnetic, electrical, electro-magnetic and seismic surveys). We will examine the theoretical basis of each technique, the methods of data collection, presentation, and analysis, and appropriate, geologically constrained, interpretation of the data. Students will explore an industry style data base and software to solve a geophysical based problem.
- Big Picture: Global, Economic And Environmental Aspects Of Geophysics
- Potential Field Geophysics
- Active And Passive Source Geophysics
- Field Applications (Day 1)
- Field Applications (Day 2)
Course learning outcomes
- Demonstrated proficiency in common practical skills in geophysical modelling for resource exploration
- Utilise the scientific basis of geophysical techniques for mineral, energy and natural resource exploration in practical exercises
- Demonstrate practical skills and theoretical knowledge of field-based data collection techniques
- Collect geophysical data and use analysis and modelling to communicate the importance of data quality
Availability
Class details
Adelaide City Campus East
Class number 24076
Section PR01
Size 41
Available 41
Class number 24077
Section TU01
Size 40
Available 40
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