— Geophysics of the Earth

Prerequisites & course information

Course Description: Physics of the earth's crust, mantle, and core. Laplace's equation and spherical harmonic expression of gravity and magnetic fields. Elastic wave equation in geologic media. Body and surface seismic waves. Equations of state, thermal structure of the earth. Offered irregularly. Learning Activities: Lecture 3 hour(s). Grade Mode: Letter. Learning Activities: Lecture 3 hour(s). Grade Mode: Letter.