Module Details

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Title EXPLORATION GEOPHYSICS
Code ENVS216
Coordinator Dr GA Paterson
Earth, Ocean and Ecological Sciences
Greig.Paterson@liverpool.ac.uk
Year CATS Level Semester CATS Value
Session 2021-22 Level 5 FHEQ First Semester 15

Aims

This module aims to enable students to gain an understanding in the basic principles and practise of exploration geophysics.


Learning Outcomes

(LO1) On successful completion of the module, students should be capable of explaining the principles of seismic refraction and reflection, electrical and electromagnetic methods, and gravity and magnetic surveying.

(LO2) On successful completion of the module students should be able to identify which geophysical technique(s) should be applied to the solution of specific geological and environmental problems.

(LO3) On successful completion of the module students should be able to carry out simple interpretations of data derived from the application of these geophysical methods.

(S1) Numeracy/computational skills - Problem solving

(S2) Information skills - Critical reading

(S3) Critical thinking and problem solving - Synthesis


Syllabus

 

Through a mixture of lectures and problem sessions, this module will cover:
Seismology (Wave theory, refraction and reflection)
Electrical and electromagnetic methods (Electrical properties of rocks and minerals, resistivity methods, self-potentials, EM methods, ground penetrating radar)
Gravity methods
Magnetic methods
Synthesis of methods and Site Investigation


Teaching and Learning Strategies

Teaching Method 1 - Lecture
Description: Lecture
Attendance Recorded: Yes

Teaching Method 2 - Problem Based Learning
Description: 1 hour problem sessions per week
Attendance Recorded: Yes


Teaching Schedule

  Lectures Seminars Tutorials Lab Practicals Fieldwork Placement Other TOTAL
Study Hours 24

        11

35
Timetable (if known)              
Private Study 115
TOTAL HOURS 150

Assessment

EXAM Duration Timing
(Semester)
% of
final
mark
Resit/resubmission
opportunity
Penalty for late
submission
Notes
Assessment 2 There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule (When) :1  2 hours    50       
CONTINUOUS Duration Timing
(Semester)
% of
final
mark
Resit/resubmission
opportunity
Penalty for late
submission
Notes
Assessment 1 There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is not an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule (When) :1  One set    25       
Assessment 2 There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is not an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule (When) :1  One set    25       

Recommended Texts

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