ESC-40038 - Module Specification
School of Geography, Geology and the Environment
Faculty of Natural Sciences

Programme/Approved Electives for 2020/21

Available as a Free Standing Elective

Co-requisites

None

Prerequisites

None

Barred Combinations

ESC-300036 (Exploration Geophysics for the Hydrocarbon Industry).

Description for 2020/21

This module investigates the use of exploration geophysics techniques employed in the search for hydrocarbons, offshore windfarm site surveys and in carbon capture and storage projects, including borehole geophysical methods and the acquisition, processing and interpretation of seismic reflection data. The module aims to equip the student with the vocabulary, knowledge and technical expertise to enter a career as a geophysicist in these industries.

This module aims to enhance knowledge and systematic understanding of exploration geophysics, particularly those techniques employed in the exploration for hydrocarbons, offshore windfarm site surveys and in carbon capture and storage projects, and to equip the student with the vocabulary and technical expertise to enter a career as geophysicist in these industries.

Intended Learning Outcomes

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Study hours

Scheduled: 22 1-hour lecture equivalent; 8 3-hour practical class equivalent
Independent: 92 hours assignment work; 12 hours private study

School Rules

None

Description of Module Assessment