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Subject:
Applied Geophysics I
Scholarity:
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2/0/3;
3.0 UC; 3rd year / 2nd semester.
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Objectives:
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Introduction
to theorectical principles of the different
methods of geophysical prospection. Seismic
methods and gravimetric methods. Applications in
diverse fields of resource exploration and
engineering problems. Processing, modelation and
interpretation techniques of seismic and
gravimetric data. Environmental protection.
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Qualifications:
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Knowledge
and comprehension of the theorectical principles
and seismic and gravimetric methods and its
applications in engineering. Development of
practical and instrumental qualifications in the
domain of the techniques of processing, modelation
and interpretation of seismic and gravimetric
data.
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Theoretical:
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Introduction to geophysical prospection.
Geophysical methods and physical properties of
rocks and minerals. Seismic methods (refraction
and reflection): fundamental concepts, equipment,
data acquisition, processing, modelation and
interpretation. Gravimetric methods: fundamental
concepts, equipment, data acquisition, correction,
modelation and interpretation. Applications on
resource exploration, engineering problems and
environmental protection.
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Practical:
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Processing,
modelation and interpretation of seismic and
gravimetric data. Application to real cases.
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Methodologies of
Teaching:
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Theoretical and
practical formal classes.
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Evaluation:
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Written
theorectical exame (60%) and written practical
exame (40%).
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Pre-requirements:
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Calculus I, LAAG, Calculus II,
Mecanics, Numerical Methods, Programming in Fortran;
Geodynamics.
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