GEOS 5600 - Introduction to Geophysics

Seismology, gravity, geomagnetism, electrical resistivity, and heat measurements applied to the determination of the internal structure of the earth.

Note: Open to upper-level undergraduate and graduate students.

Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: GEOS 4300 and (MATH 1220 or MATH 1700) and (PHYS 1150/1160 or PHYS 2070/2080). A grade of “C’ or better is required for all prerequisite courses.

Credits: 3 hours

Lecture Hours - Laboratory Hours: Two lectures and three hours of practical laboratory-introduction to geophysical instrumentation.