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| Code | MDS216 |
| Name | Geophysics |
| Semester | 4. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 2-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 3 ECTS |
| National Credit | 2 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Lisans Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Dr. Öğr. Üyesi HATİCE KARAKILÇIK |
Course Goal
To teach students the comprehensive knowledge about the structure of the subsurface by the methods in the applied geophysics, to help them comprehend the importance of physics and mathematics in solving engineering problems related to subsurface and to create awareness about the applications of new and emerging profession.
Course Content
Introduction to Geophysics. Interpretation of Geophysical Data. Gravity, Magnetic, Geomagnetism, Paleomagnetism. Engineering Geophysics, Electrical and Electromagnetic Methods, (Natural or Self Potential, Misealamasse, Vertical Electrical Sounding, VLF, Telluric and Magnetic Methods), Seismology, Seismic (Seismic Refraction and Reflection Seismic Methods), Well Logs.
Course Precondition
To have taken the General Geology course.
Resources
Lecture Notes: Applied Geophysics.
Notes
Current studies on the subject on the web.
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Learns the different applied geophysical methods for solving problems related to subsurface. |
| LO02 | Identifies the different parameters calculated at the geophysical measurements. |
| LO03 | Learns the detection of places of subsurface assets (mining, oil, water, etc.). |
| LO04 | Knows about the importance of the geophysics at stage of the engineering structures, construction, maintenance and repair. |
| LO05 | Learns which methods to apply at the beforehand determination of earthquakes. |
| LO06 | Learn about Introduction to Electromagnetic methods. VLF (Very Low Frequency) and GPR (Ground penetrating radar) methods.. |
| LO07 | Learn about Method Magnetotelluric (MT). TEM, CSAMT methods. |
| LO08 | Learn about Induction Polarization Method |
| LO09 | Learn about Seismic Methods. What is Seismic, Where seismic applied, Seismic Reflection and Refraction What is the oil occurs environments. Low-Very Level (LVL). In Seismic Corrections. Seismic energy sources. |
| LO10 | Learn about Signal and noise. Seismic interpretation. Seismic methods application at seas. Finding of soil parameters with seismic methods. |
| LO11 | Learn about Well-logging. Natural potential log, resistivity logs, induction logs, Mikrolog, |
| LO12 | Learn about Mikrolog, Sonic log, gamma ray log, neutron log, density log, temperature log |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Students has sufficient knowledge on theoretical and applied subjects in the light of contemporary knowledge and scientific approaches in the field of mining. | 3 |
| PLO02 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Applies the knowledge she has received in the field of mining in multidisciplinary studies to produce solutions to the problems she has encountered. | 2 |
| PLO03 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Analyzes problems with the help of up-to-date information and makes inferences for solutions. | 2 |
| PLO04 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | It applies physical, chemical, mechanical and mineralogical analyzes in accordance with TSE standards in field studies or laboratory conditions. | |
| PLO05 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Has the ability to analyze the engineering plans. | |
| PLO06 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | It dominates the machinery park in mining enterprises and can use them for the execution of mining activities. | |
| PLO07 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Students has the ability to solve the problems she encounters by working individually or in a team with other disciplines. | 2 |
| PLO08 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | It constantly follows the developments in the mining field, as it knows that the information is not static. | |
| PLO09 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | It can use printed publications or databases to obtain the necessary information in mining processes. | 2 |
| PLO10 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | He/she carries out all his/her work in a planned way in order to constantly improve himself/herself and increase her knowledge level. | 2 |
| PLO11 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Uses computers and other electronic resources in mining. | |
| PLO12 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Uses at least one foreign language at B1 General Level in order to communicate and access information. | |
| PLO13 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Performs technical drawings by thinking in three dimensions in the studies she has done in her field. | 3 |
| PLO14 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | It has the awareness of adhering to moral and ethical values while carrying out its mining activities. | 3 |
| PLO15 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | It is aware of the need to prioritize the environment and the health of employees, as it has an infrastructure on Occupational Health and Safety awareness in mining and their legal obligations. | |
| PLO16 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Knows that the solutions to the problems in the mining field affect societies and communities, so they have information about the innovative applications and models developed. |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to the geophysics, search and global geophysics. | The student reads about the lecture notes and does research related to websites. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Beyin Fırtınası, Örnek Olay |
| 2 | Gravity Method. The basic principles and basic theory of gravity. Newton's law of gravity, isostasy and gravity, the gravitational potential, gravity corrections are applied to this method, the earth gravity, gravity instruments, the absolute and relative gravity measurements, type of simple objects gravity anomalies (Fault, dyke, sphere, etc.), land applications and interpretation. | The student reads about the lecture notes and does research related to websites. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Beyin Fırtınası, Örnek Olay |
| 3 | Magnetic Method. Basic theory of the magnetic field and the earth magnetism, Paleomagnetism, Magnetic devices, Earth's magnetic measurement, the magnetic method correction, a simple-shaped magnetic effects, and interpretation of magnetic anomalies | The student reads about the lecture notes and does research related to websites. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Beyin Fırtınası, Örnek Olay |
| 4 | Electrical and Electromagnetic Methods. Classification of electrical methods. Co-Potential method. Misealamasse Method. Point Electrode Method. Parallel wire method. | The student reads about the lecture notes and does research related to websites. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Beyin Fırtınası, Örnek Olay |
| 5 | Natural Potential (SP) Method. SP application of geothermal areas and mining surveys. | The student reads about the lecture notes and does research related to websites. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Beyin Fırtınası, Örnek Olay |
| 6 | Resistivity Methods. Ohm's Law. Conduction of electricity in rocks. Measurement of resistivity. Resistivity Instruments Measurement system. Electrical Resistivity Sounding Method. Electrical Resistivity Profile Method. Parameters affecting of ground water. | The student reads about the lecture notes and does research related to websites. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Beyin Fırtınası, Örnek Olay |
| 7 | Multi-electrode resistivity method and field applications (Faulty, mining, groundwater, freshwater and salty water, gap, soil properties, etc.). | The student reads about the lecture notes and does research related to websites. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Beyin Fırtınası, Örnek Olay |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Lectures notes | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 9 | Introduction to Electromagnetic methods. VLF (Very Low Frequency) and GPR (Ground penetrating radar) methods.. | The student reads about the lecture notes and does research related to websites. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Beyin Fırtınası, Örnek Olay |
| 10 | Method Magnetotelluric (MT). TEM, CSAMT methods. | The student reads about the lecture notes and does research related to websites. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Beyin Fırtınası, Örnek Olay |
| 11 | Induction Polarization (IP) Method: IP the origin and polarity. Time domain and frequency domain analysis of IP. the noise sources of IP. The advantages and disadvantages of IP. Application of IP in the land. IP anomalies and interpretation. | The student reads about the lecture notes and does research related to websites. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Beyin Fırtınası, Örnek Olay |
| 12 | Seismic Methods. What is Seismic Where seismic applied Seismic Reflection and Refraction What is the oil occurs environments. Low-Very Level (LVL). In Seismic Corrections. Seismic energy sources. | The student reads about the lecture notes and does research related to websites. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Beyin Fırtınası, Örnek Olay |
| 13 | Signal and noise. Seismic interpretation. Seismic methods application at seas. Finding of soil parameters with seismic methods. | The student reads about the lecture notes and does research related to websites. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Beyin Fırtınası, Örnek Olay |
| 14 | Well-logging. Natural potential log, resistivity logs, induction logs, Mikrolog, Sonic log, gamma ray log, neutron log, density log, temperature log | The student reads about the lecture notes and does research related to websites. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Beyin Fırtınası, Örnek Olay |
| 15 | Interpretation and evaluation of well logs. | The student reads about the lecture notes and does research related to websites. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Beyin Fırtınası, Örnek Olay |
| 16 | Term Exams | The student reads about the lecture notes and does research related to websites. | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 17 | Term Exams | The student reads about the lecture notes and does research related to websites. | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
Student Workload - ECTS
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Workload (Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Related Works | |||
| Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) | 14 | 2 | 28 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 14 | 2 | 28 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 8 | 8 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 11 | 11 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 75 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 3,00 | ||
| ECTS | 3 ECTS | ||