Undergraduate Course: Global Geophysics (EASC10037)
Course Outline
| School |
School of Geosciences |
College |
College of Science and Engineering |
| Course type |
Standard |
Availability |
Available to all students |
| Credit level (Normal year taken) |
SCQF Level 10 (Year 4 Undergraduate) |
Credits |
10 |
| Home subject area |
Earth Science |
Other subject area |
None |
| Course website |
None
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Taught in Gaelic? |
No |
| Course description |
Topics covered include:
1. Potential theory
2. Gravity anomalies and the geoid
3. Composition of the core
4. Core dynamics
5. Core-mantle boundary
6. Mantle rheology
7. The deep interior of the Earth
8. The Oceanic lithosphere
9. The Continental lithosphere
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Entry Requirements
| Pre-requisites |
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Co-requisites |
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| Prohibited Combinations |
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Other requirements |
None
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| Additional Costs |
None. |
Information for Visiting Students
| Pre-requisites |
None |
| Displayed in Visiting Students Prospectus? |
Yes |
Course Delivery Information
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| Delivery period: 2010/11 Semester 2, Available to all students (SV1)
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WebCT enabled: Yes |
Quota: None |
| Location |
Activity |
Description |
Weeks |
Monday |
Tuesday |
Wednesday |
Thursday |
Friday |
| King's Buildings | Lecture | | 1-11 | | | 09:00 - 10:50 | | | | King's Buildings | Lecture | | 1-11 | | | | 09:00 - 09:50 | |
| First Class |
Week 1, Wednesday, 09:00 - 09:50, Zone: King's Buildings. JCMB 6201 |
| Additional information |
1 hour(s) per week for 9 week(s). Semester 1: Tue 0900-0950; Thur 0900-0950(weeks 3 to 11). Tutorials by arrangement. |
| Exam Information |
| Exam Diet |
Paper Name |
Hours:Minutes |
Stationery Requirements |
Comments |
| Main Exam Diet S2 (April/May) | | 2:00 | 2 x 8 sides | |
Summary of Intended Learning Outcomes
On completion of this course, students will have an integrated, detailed knowledge of Global Geophysics. Part of the material is highly mathematical, whilst other parts are based on physical understanding. You will have a detailed understanding of the following topics, some of which you will inform through the requisite reading and seminar presentations on recent, forefront developments in:
1. Potential Theory
2. Gravity anomalies and the geoid
3. Composition of the core
4. Core dynamics
5. The core-mantle boundary
6. Mantle rheology
7. The Oceanic lithosphere
8. The Continental lithosphere
As a consequence of this extensive background reading, you will be able to offer professional level insights into the subject. In the degree exam assessment you will be expected to demonstrate relevant mathematical competence, and to show that you can critically review and consolidate your knowledge. |
Assessment Information
| 100% degree exam |
Special Arrangements
| None |
Additional Information
| Academic description |
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| Syllabus |
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| Transferable skills |
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| Reading list |
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| Study Abroad |
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| Study Pattern |
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| Keywords |
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Contacts
| Course organiser |
Prof Kathy Whaler
Tel: (0131 6)50 4904
Email: Kathy.Whaler@ed.ac.uk |
Course secretary |
Miss Emma Latto
Tel: (0131 6)50 8510
Email: emma.latto@ed.ac.uk |
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