GEOPHYS 130: Introductory Seismology
Introduction to seismology including: elasticity and the wave equation, P, S, and surface waves, dispersion, ray theory, reflection and transmission of seismic waves, seismic imaging, large-scale Earth structure, earthquake location, earthquake statistics and forecasting, magnitude scales, seismic source theory.
Terms: Aut
| Units: 3
| UG Reqs: GER: DB-NatSci, WAY-AQR, WAY-SMA
Instructors:
Beroza, G. (PI)
;
Liu, T. (TA)
GEOPHYS 150: Geodynamics: Our Dynamic Earth
In this course we cover the dynamic forces acting upon the Earth. We will investigate how geophysical forces effect the bending of tectonic plates, the flow of heat, sea level topography, the breaking point of rocks, porous flow, and how faults store and release energy.
Math 52 or
CME 102. Offered every year, Spring quarter. Next Offered Spring 2016-2017.
Last offered: Spring 2015
| UG Reqs: GER: DB-NatSci, WAY-SMA
GEOPHYS 160: D^3: Disasters, Decisions, Development
This class connects the science behind natural disasters with the real-world constraints of disaster management and development. In each iteration of this class we will focus on a specific, disaster-prone location as case study. By collaborating with local stakeholders we will explore how science and engineering can make a make a difference in reducing disaster risk in the future. Offered every other year.
Terms: Win
| Units: 3-5
| UG Reqs: WAY-AQR, WAY-SMA
GEOPHYS 170: Global Tectonics
The architecture of the Earth's crust; regional assembling of structural or deformational features and their relationship, origin and evolution. The plate-tectonic cycle: rifting, passive margins, sea-floor spreading, subduction zones, and collisions. Case studies.
Last offered: Autumn 2013
| UG Reqs: WAY-SMA
GEOPHYS 183: Reflection Seismology Interpretation (GEOPHYS 223, GS 223)
The structural and stratigraphic interpretation of seismic reflection data, emphasizing hydrocarbon traps in two and three dimensions on industry data, including workstation-based interpretation. Lectures only, 1 unit. Prerequisite: 222, or consent of instructor. (
Geophys 183 must be taken for a minimum of 3 units to be eligible for Ways credit).
Terms: Spr
| Units: 1-4
| UG Reqs: WAY-SMA
GEOPHYS 184: Journey to the Center of the Earth (GEOPHYS 274, GS 107, GS 207)
The interconnected set of dynamic systems that make up the Earth. Focus is on fundamental geophysical observations of the Earth and the laboratory experiments to understand and interpret them. What earthquakes, volcanoes, gravity, magnetic fields, and rocks reveal about the Earth's formation and evolution. Offered every other year, winter quarter. Next offering Winter 2013-14.
Last offered: Winter 2014
| UG Reqs: WAY-SMA
GEOPHYS 190: Near-Surface Geophysics
Introduction to the integration of geophysical field measurements and laboratory measurements for imaging and characterizing the top 100 meters of Earth. Examples will focus on applications related to water resource management. The link between the measured geophysical properties of rocks, soils, and sediments, and their material properties. Forward modeling and inversion of geophysical data sets. Each week includes two hours of lectures; plus one two-hour lab that involves acquisition of field or lab data, or computer modeling/analysis of data. Pre-requisite:
CME 100 or
Math 51, or co-registration in either.
Last offered: Spring 2015
| UG Reqs: GER:DB-EngrAppSci, WAY-SMA
GS 1A: Introduction to Geology: The Physical Science of the Earth
For non-majors or prospective majors in the Earth Sciences. Lectures, hands-on laboratories, in-class activities, and one field trip. Focus is on the physical and chemical processes of heat and mass transfer within the earth and its fluid envelopes, including deep-earth, crustal, surface, and atmospheric processes. Topics include plate tectonics, the cycling and formation of different types of rocks, and how geologists use rocks to understand Earth's history. Only one of
GS 1A, 1B, or 1C may be taken for credit.
Terms: Spr
| Units: 5
| UG Reqs: WAY-SMA, WAY-AQR, GER: DB-NatSci
Instructors:
Ritts, M. (PI)
;
Liu, F. (TA)
;
Marcaida, M. (TA)
;
Steelquist, A. (TA)
;
Yang, F. (TA)
GS 1B: Introduction to Geology
For non-majors and prospective majors or minors in the Earth Sciences. Introduction to physical geology. Lectures and lab exercises focus on understanding the dynamics of Earth¿s ongoing physical and chemical processes. Major themes include plate tectonics, the rock cycle, the hydrologic cycle, and mineral resources. We will employ local CA geology, current events, and the state-of-the-art to drive discussions on landscapes, hazards, and economics. Only one of
GS 1A, 1B, or 1C may be taken for credit. Recommended: high school chemistry.
| UG Reqs: GER: DB-NatSci, WAY-FR, WAY-SMA
GS 1C: Introduction to Geology: Dynamic Earth
For non-majors or prospective majors in the Earth Sciences. Integrated lecture-lab includes hands-on activities and local field trips. Focus is on reading the dynamic geological landscape, with an emphasis on California-primarily Bay Area-geology. Topics include plate tectonics, earthquakes and volcanoes, Earth materials, geologic time, stream processes, and climate change over geologic time. Only one of
GS 1A, 1B, or 1C may be taken for credit.
| UG Reqs: GER: DB-NatSci, WAY-SMA
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