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GEOPH 325 - Geophysical Imaging of Earth’s Interior

Course Career Undergraduate
Units 3
Approved Hours 3-0-3/2
Fee index 6
Faculty Science
Department Physics
Typically Offered either term

Description
Theory of gravity, shape of the earth, nature of the geomagnetic field, magnetic, and electrical exploration methods; factors controlling density, resistivity, magnetic properties of rocks, and planetary studies; applications in environmental geophysics, continental dynamics, and mineral exploration; instrumentation. Analysis of gravitational, magnetic, and resistivity data. Prerequisite: MATH 215 or 209 or 315 or 317 or MA PH 351.