GEOS 5600 - Introduction to Geophysics

Institution:

Western Michigan University

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Description:

Seismology, gravity, geomagnetism, electrical resistivity, and heat measurements applied to the determination of the internal structure of the earth. Two lectures and three hours of practical laboratory-introduction to geophysical instrumentation. Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: GEOS 3010 or GEOS 4400; GEOS 4300; MATH 1220 or MATH 1700; two semesters of college physics; or consent of instructor. Notes: The prerequisites to 5000-level courses are: junior status and 12 hours of course work in Geosciences or consent of instructor. There may be specific prerequisites to individual courses. Credits: 3 hours

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.wmich.edu

Phone Number:

(269) 387-1000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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