EARTHSYS 110: Introduction to the Foundations of Contemporary Geophysics (GEOPHYS 110, GEOPHYS 215)

Course Description

Introduction to the foundations of contemporary geophysics. Topics drawn from broad themes in: whole Earth geodynamics, geohazards, natural resources, and environment. In each case the focus is on how the interpretation of a variety of geophysical measurements (e.g., gravity, seismology, electromagnetics, and remote sensing) can be used to provide fundamental insight into the behavior of the Earth.Students will collect seismic, gravity, magnetic and drone data in a required full-day field-experience on Saturday 01/24, nominally 08:00-17:00 (rain dates are 01/25, 01/31 or 02/01) to use in the class.