Ge 111ab: 2010 Applied Geophysics Seminar and Spring Field Course in the Salton Trough
Last updated 1/6/10 by Vanessa Andrews
Images from Field Camp Summer 2006: Chalfant Valley, CA
Course Description
An introduction to the theory and application of basic geophysical field techniques consisting of a comprehensive survey of a particular field area using a variety of methods (e.g., gravity, magnetic, electrical, GPS, seismic studies, and satellite remote sensing). The course will consist of a seminar (Ge 111a) held in the spring quarter in which we will discuss the scientific background for the chosen field area, along with the theoretical basis and implementation of the various measurement techniques. The field course (Ge 111b) will take place during spring break, and the data analysis and data report writing will take place along with weekly class meetings during spring term.Units: 3-3-0 (winter), 0-3-6 (spring term, including spring break). The seminar is graded, with auditing not permitted; The field course must be taken for a grade and the seminar is required for participation in the field component.
Prerequisites: Consent of Instructor(s)
Regular Class Time
Thursday,
9:00-10:30am, 162 South
Mudd
Instructors
Robert W. Clayton, 352 South Mudd, clay@gps.caltech.edu, x6909Mark Simons, 355 South Mudd, simons@caltech.edu, x6984
Teaching Assistants
Vanessa Andrews, 364 South Mudd, vandrews@caltech.edu, x6931 (Ge 111ab)
Caitlin Murphy, 360 South Mudd, caitlinm@caltech.edu, x6932 (Ge 111b only)
Office Hours
Wednesdays, 10-11 and 2-3 pm, 364 South Mudd
Ombudsperson
TBD
GIS lab
309 North Mudd, x6107Lisa Christiansen, lisac@gps.caltech.edu