Course - Interpretation and Modelling of Gravimetry and Magnetometry - TPG4195
TPG4195 - Interpretation and Modelling of Gravimetry and Magnetometry
About
Lessons are not given in the academic year 2020/2021
Course content
The interpretation of gravity and magnetic data in exploration and regional studies with focus on integrated modelling of potential fields to improve seismic and geological interpretation in exploration and regional studies. Calculation and application of potential field attributes. Petrophysical properties of rocks. Potential field theory. Instrumentation. Gravity and magnetic measurements, processing, and map analysis. Anomalies from simple geometric models. Separation of anomalies. Fourier transform. Processing in the wave number domain, 1D and 2D. Direct and indirect methods. Available potential field databases in Norway.
Learning outcome
The students should have a good understanding of the application of gravimetry and magnetometry in interpretation and modelling, with special focus on application in exploration to crustal scale studies.
Knowledge:
The students should understand the main principles behind processing and interpretation of magnetic and gravity data and how these methods are exploited for improved understanding of onshore and offshore subsurface. The students will be able to perform processing, map production, interpretation and forward and inverse modelling using PC software.
General competence:
The students should understand how different methods are combined in geophysical interpretation to improve reliability and increase information availability. They should also be trained to use critical evaluation of data and models, and to present scientific work to others.
Learning methods and activities
Lectures and exercises. Exercises are mandatory and comprise at least two days with fieldwork with gravity and magnetic data acquisition (will be scheduled for a weekend). The teaching may be given in English.
Compulsory assignments
- Exercises
Further on evaluation
Portfolio assessment is the basis for the grade in the course. The portfolio includes a final oral exam (75%) and evaluation of compulsory exercises (25%). The results for the parts are given in %-scores, while the entire portfolio is assigned a letter grade. The examination papers may be given in English only. Students are free to choose Norwegian or English for written assessments. For a re-take of an examination, all assessments during the course must be re-taken.
Specific conditions
Exam registration requires that class registration is approved in the same semester. Compulsory activities from previous semester may be approved by the department.
Recommended previous knowledge
Course TPG4100 Physics and Geophysics or equivalent previous knowledge.
Course materials
Blakely, R.J., 1996. Potential Theory in Gravity and Magnetic Applications. Cambridge University Press.
ISBN: 0-521-57547-8
William J. Hinze, Ralph R. B. von Frese, Afif H. Saad, 2013. Gravity and Magnetic Exploration: Principles, Practices, and Applications.
Cambridge University Press, 512 pp.
Reeves, C., Aeromagnetic surveys: principles, practice & interpretation. e-Published by GEOSOFT (http://www.
geosoft.com/knowledge), 2005, 155 pp.
Credit reductions
Course code | Reduction | From | To |
---|---|---|---|
SIG4063 | 7.5 |
No
Version: 1
Credits:
7.5 SP
Study level: Second degree level
No
Language of instruction: English, Norwegian
Location: Trondheim
- Petroleum Geophysics
- Ore Geology
- Applied Geophysics
- Geophysics
- Geology
- Technological subjects
Department with academic responsibility
Department of Geoscience and Petroleum
Phone:
Examination
- * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
For more information regarding registration for examination and examination procedures, see "Innsida - Exams"