◆ GEOS 442 - Geophysics

(4 credits) Meets GEP Math/Critical Analysis Intensive.

An overview of how geophysics is used to understand the Earth, covering both solid Earth geophysics and near-surface geophysical techniques. Topics include planetary formation, gravity, magnetism, energy flow, seismology, DC resistivity, electromagnetic methods, ground penetrating radar, and LiDAR. An emphasis is placed on developing a quantitative understanding of Earth processes through lecture, laboratory, and outdoor field work with near-surface geophysical equipment. Prerequisites: GEOS 235 - Earth and Life Through Time, and PHYS 201 - General Physics I or PHYS 221 - University Physics I, or instructor permission. Grade only. Offered alternate years. Note: Additional course fee.

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