2021/22 Undergraduate Module Catalogue
SOEE2630 Fundamentals of Geophysics
10 creditsClass Size: 89
Module manager: Dr Jon Mound
Email: j.e.mound@leeds.ac.uk
Taught: Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) View Timetable
Year running 2021/22
Pre-requisite qualifications
A-level Maths or an equivalent Level 1 Maths module (eg SOEE1301)This module is mutually exclusive with
SOEE1150 | Fundamentals of Geophysics |
This module is approved as a discovery module
Module summary
Learn how physics is used to study Earth structure and Earth processes. Techniques of seismology, gravity, geodesy, magnetics, and electromagnetism are used to understand and assess geological hazards, locate natural resources, and understand the structure and dynamics of the planet from an atomic to a global scale.Objectives
To learn about geophysical analysis and develop quantitative problem-solving skills. To understand how the principles of physics are used to study physical properties and processes of the Earth. The goal is to have a basic overview of geophysics for interest and as the basis for further work, to be accustomed to approaching and solving problems, and to be able to make basic analyses of data from commonly used geophysical surveys.Learning outcomes
On completion of this module, students should be able to:
1. Recall the definition of terms associated with geophysical theory and observations;
2. Use fundamental geophysical principles to perform simple analysis and interpretation of illustrative data;
3. Describe the physical principles underlying a range of geophysical techniques;
4. Solve quantitative problems relating to geophysical investigation of the Earth;
5. Explain how geophysical methods can be used to investigate geological properties and processes;
Syllabus
- Introduction to geophysics
- Seismology: origin and form of seismic waves; seismic refraction/reflection; earth structure; earthquakes - Gravity: principles, practice and interpretation; isostasy
- Magnetics: magnetisation; geomagnetism and palaeomagnetism; magnetic surveys
- Geoelectric methods: principles of electrical and electromagnetic theory; electrical properties of Earth materials; SP, resistivity, EM, and GPR survey techniques
- Geodesy: stress and strain; measurement and applications
- Integrated case study
Teaching methods
Delivery type | Number | Length hours | Student hours |
Lecture | 20 | 1.00 | 20.00 |
Tutorial | 10 | 1.00 | 10.00 |
Private study hours | 70.00 | ||
Total Contact hours | 30.00 | ||
Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) | 100.00 |
Private study
3 hours per week completion of problem sets: 30 hours2 hours per week follow-up reading: 20 hours
Revision: 20 hours.
Opportunities for Formative Feedback
Practice MCQs and tutorial problems are integrated with instruction throughout the semester.Methods of assessment
Coursework
Assessment type | Notes | % of formal assessment |
In-course MCQ | Summative MCQ | 30.00 |
Total percentage (Assessment Coursework) | 30.00 |
The re-sit will consist of a single 2 hr exam worth 100% of the marks.
Exams
Exam type | Exam duration | % of formal assessment |
Standard exam (closed essays, MCQs etc) (S1) | 2 hr 00 mins | 70.00 |
Total percentage (Assessment Exams) | 70.00 |
The re-sit will consist of a single 2 hr exam worth 100% of the marks.
Reading list
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