Applied and Environmental Geophysics

0.5 credits · Undergraduate

Geophysics is the study of geologic properties, processes and phenomena using non-destructive physical and mathematical methods, including reflection and refraction seismology, gravity and magnetics, and electrical and electromagnetic methods. This course emphasizes how geophysical techniques can be used for resource and archeological exploration, climate change detection, and environmental investigations. Prerequisite: PHYS 1000H or PHYS 1001H or 1.0 MATH credit. Typically offered every other year.