Academic Calendar - 2024

Western University Academic Calendar. - 2024
Western Main Campus

Earth Sciences 2220A/B

ENVIRONMENTAL AND EXPLORATION GEOPHYSICS I


A brief introduction to applied seismology - the investigation of Earth structure using sound waves in rocks. Topics include: seismic reflection methods, a cornerstone of oil and gas exploration; seismic refraction methods; earthquake seismology. This lab-oriented course will provide hands-on experience with computers and analysis of large digital data sets.

Prerequisite(s): 0.5 course from Calculus 1000A/B, or Calculus 1500A/B, Mathematics 1225A/B.

Extra Information: 2 lecture hours, 3 laboratory hours.

Course Weight: 0.50
Breadth: CATEGORY C i  
Subject Code: EARTHSCI

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