PHY 3160 - Introduction to Geophysics

Institution:

Appalachian State University

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Description:

An introductory survey of whole earth geophysics through theory and practice. The theory portion of the course covers seismology (techniques in reflection and refraction seismology), geothermics, radioactive dating, surface processes, tectonics, orogenics, gravity and gravimetric techniques, electrical and magnetic surveys, and borehole logging. The practical component of the course includes the utilization of several of these methods to study subsurface environments. Lecture two hours, laboratory two hours. Prerequisites OR corequisites: one introductory geology course (GLY 1101, GLY 1102, GLY 1103, GLY 1104, GLY 1105, or GLY 1510) plus PHY 1103 (or PHY 1150), and MAT 1110, or permission of the instructor. (Same as GLY 3160.)

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.appstate.edu/

Phone Number:

(828) 262-2000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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