Geophysics-I Syllabus for B.Tech Third sem is covered here. This gives the details about credits, number of hours and other details along with reference books for the course.<\/p>\n
The detailed syllabus for Geophysics-I B.Tech 2016-2017 (R13) thirdsem is as follows<\/p>\n
OBJECTIVE:\u00a0<\/strong>To impart knowledge on the Earth as a planet and its internal structure, geomagnetism, paleomagnetism, geothermal and electrical properties.<\/p>\n UNIT I \u00a0<\/strong> \u00a0 \u00a0[9 Hours] UNIT II<\/strong> \u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0[9 Hours] UNIT III \u00a0<\/strong> \u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0[9 Hours]
\nThe earth as a planet and internal structure. Principles of measurements and measurement of earth. Position location techniques on earth\u2019s surface. Geodynamics. Plate tectonics, its mechanics and continental margins.<\/p>\n
\nGravitational force and gravity measurement methods. Accuracy and correction of gravity date. Gravity anomalies and their interpretation. Magnetic field and paleomagnetism. Magnetic surveys, anomalies and interpretation.<\/p>\n
\nHeat generation, flow, Distribution and measurement. Geothermal exploration and temperature logging. Electrical properties of rocks. Electrical survey methods. Elecgtromagnetic methods.<\/p>\n