JM560 Tectonic Synthesis of Seismic Data

6 ECTS - 3-0 Duration (T+A)- 2. Semester- 3 National Credit

Information

Unit INSTITUTE OF NATURAL AND APPLIED SCIENCES
GEOLOGICAL ENGINEERING (PhD)
Code JM560
Name Tectonic Synthesis of Seismic Data
Term 2018-2019 Academic Year
Term Spring
Duration (T+A) 3-0 (T-A) (17 Week)
ECTS 6 ECTS
National Credit 3 National Credit
Teaching Language Türkçe
Level Doktora Dersi
Type Normal
Mode of study Yüz Yüze Öğretim
Catalog Information Coordinator Prof. Dr. ULVİ CAN ÜNLÜGENÇ
Course Instructor
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Course Goal / Objective

The tectonic style of the thousands of meters of sedimentary sediments that are deposited in sedimentary basins is determined by using the seismic reflection data from geophysical methods.

Course Content

Introduction, basic principles, History on the use of seismic data, Seismic reflection data acquisition, Basic concepts and terminology of seismic data, The usage and importance of seismic data in geology, Principles of seismic reflection interpretation, The usage of seismic data in the interpretation of structural elements in the regional scale, Interpretation of tectonic structures developed as a result of compression on seismic reflection records, Interpretation of tectonic structures developed as a result of extension on seismic reflection records, Interpretation of tectonic structures developed as a result of thrust on seismic reflection records.

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Course Learning Outcomes

Order Course Learning Outcomes
LO01 Recognizing the seismic reflection data and interpret the geological aspects
LO02 Determining the tectonic style using seismic data
LO03 To be able to interpret the reflection records developed as a result of compression in a region
LO04 To be able to interpret the reflection records developed as a result of extension in a region
LO05 To be able to interpret the reflection records developed as a result of thrusting in a region


Relation with Program Learning Outcome

Order Type Program Learning Outcomes Level
PLO01 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Have advanced hypothetical and applied knowledge in geological engineering fields 5
PLO02 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Have the ability to define the problems of geological engineering in advanced level, formulate and solve them
PLO03 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Know how to use mathematics, science and engineering knowledge gained at undergraduate level to solve advanced geological engineering problems
PLO04 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal ave the ability to prepare and evaluate projects in geological engineering 4
PLO05 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Have the ability to evaluate scientific and social values for societies and to transfer them to others at every level 4
PLO06 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Have the ability to do research independently in his/her field as well as in other fields and present the results effectively 5
PLO07 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Have the ability to be aware of life-long learning and follow the innovations in his/her field and to be able to use them efficiently 4
PLO08 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Have the ability to work individually, in a team, and in multidisciplinary fields. 5
PLO09 Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği Have the ability to use modern technologies and computer simulation to develop new projects and solve advanced engineering problems
PLO10 Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği Have the ability to use advanced knowledge in geological engineering field to think systematically and solve problems in multidisciplinary approaches 4
PLO11 Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği Understands the universal and social effects of geological engineering practices.
PLO12 Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği It carries the necessary sense of responsibility, professional and ethical responsibility to use natural resources in the most efficient way.


Week Plan

Week Topic Preparation Methods
1 Introduction, basic principles, Oral Presentation, Brainstorming, Discussion
2 History on the use of seismic reflection data, Oral Presentation, Brainstorming, Discussion
3 Seismic reflection data acquisition, Oral Presentation, Brainstorming, Discussion
4 Basic concepts and terminology of seismic data, Oral Presentation, Brainstorming, Discussion
5 The usage and importance of seismic data in geology, Oral Presentation, Brainstorming, Discussion
6 The usage and importance of seismic data in geology, Oral Presentation, Brainstorming, Discussion
7 Principles of seismic reflection interpretation, Oral Presentation, Brainstorming, Discussion
8 Mid-Term Exam Oral and/or Written Exam
9 The usage of seismic data in the interpretation of structural elements in the regional scale, Oral Presentation, Brainstorming, Discussion
10 Interpretation of tectonic structures developed as a result of compression on seismic reflection records, Oral Presentation, Brainstorming, Discussion
11 Interpretation of tectonic structures developed as a result of compression on seismic reflection records, Oral Presentation, Brainstorming, Discussion
12 Interpretation of tectonic structures developed as a result of extension on seismic reflection records, Oral Presentation, Brainstorming, Discussion
13 Interpretation of tectonic structures developed as a result of extension on seismic reflection records, Oral Presentation, Brainstorming, Discussion
14 Interpretation of tectonic structures developed as a result of thrust on seismic reflection records. Oral Presentation, Brainstorming, Discussion
15 Interpretation of tectonic structures developed as a result of thrust on seismic reflection records. Oral Presentation, Brainstorming, Discussion
16 Term Exams Oral and/or Written Exam
17 Term Exams Oral and/or Written Exam


Student Workload - ECTS

Works Number Time (Hour) Workload (Hour)
Course Related Works
Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) 14 3 42
Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 14 5 70
Assesment Related Works
Homeworks, Projects, Others 0 0 0
Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 15 15
Final Exam 1 30 30
Total Workload (Hour) 157
Total Workload / 25 (h) 6,28
ECTS 6 ECTS

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