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Undergraduate Course: Introduction to Geophysical Fields and Waves (EASC09022)

Course Outline
SchoolSchool of Geosciences CollegeCollege of Science and Engineering
Course typeStandard AvailabilityAvailable to all students
Credit level (Normal year taken)SCQF Level 9 (Year 3 Undergraduate) Credits20
Home subject areaEarth Science Other subject areaNone
Course website None Taught in Gaelic?No
Course descriptionThe aim of this course is to provide an introduction to the concepts and techniques that underpin the understanding of Geophysical Fields and Waves. The basic mathematical techniques of differential equations, fields, Fourier Transforms, Vectors and Tensors will be introduced along with direct applications to geophysical problems. The course will form a bridge between lecture material given in Maths and Physics in year 2, and the more specialist geophysical disciplines that will follow later in year 3 and 4.
Entry Requirements (not applicable to Visiting Students)
Pre-requisites Students MUST have passed: Introduction to Geophysics (EASC08008) AND Mathematical Methods 4 (Phys Sci) (MATH08018) AND Applicable Mathematics 4 (Phys Sci) (MATH08017) AND Physics 2A (PHYS08022)
Co-requisites
Prohibited Combinations Other requirements None
Additional Costs None.
Information for Visiting Students
Pre-requisitesNone
Displayed in Visiting Students Prospectus?Yes
Course Delivery Information
Not being delivered
Summary of Intended Learning Outcomes
- Familiarity with essential mathematical techniques
- Familiarity with concepts of classical physics applied to Earth problems
- Confidence in the conceptual framework of analysing waves and fields
- An introduction to diverse applications of quantitative geophysics
- Development of skills in analysing relevant data
Assessment Information
1 Written exam, at the exam diet scheduled for the end of Semester 1
(75%)
2 Continuous assessment of two of the practicals (25%)
Special Arrangements
None
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Contacts
Course organiserProf Ian Main
Tel: (0131 6)50 4911
Email: Ian.Main@ed.ac.uk
Course secretaryMiss Emma Latto
Tel: (0131 6)50 8510
Email: emma.latto@ed.ac.uk
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