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| Course Description |
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| Course Name |
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Geophysics |
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| Course Code |
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MMD309 |
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| Course Type |
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Compulsory |
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| Level of Course |
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First Cycle |
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| Year of Study |
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3 |
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| Course Semester |
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Fall (16 Weeks) |
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| ECTS |
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3 |
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| Name of Lecturer(s) |
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Instructor HATİCE KARAKILÇIK
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| Learning Outcomes of the Course |
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Learns the different applied geophysical methods for solving problems related to subsurface.
Identifies the different parameters calculated at the geophysical measurements.
Learns the detection of places of subsurface assets (mining, oil, water, etc.).
Knows about the importance of the geophysics at stage of the engineering structures, construction, maintenance and repair.
Learns which methods to apply at the beforehand determination of earthquakes.
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| Mode of Delivery |
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Face-to-Face |
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| Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites |
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None |
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| Recommended Optional Programme Components |
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None |
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| Aim(s) of Course |
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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. |
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| Course Contents |
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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. |
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| Language of Instruction |
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Turkish |
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| Work Place |
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The classrooms of at the faculty |
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Course Outline /Schedule (Weekly) Planned Learning Activities |
| Week | Subject | Student's Preliminary Work | Learning Activities and Teaching Methods |
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1 |
Introduction to the geophysics, search and global geophysics. |
The student reads about the lecture notes and does research related to websites. |
Lecture notes, powerpoint presentations |
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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. |
Lecture notes, powerpoint presentations |
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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. |
Lecture notes, powerpoint presentations |
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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. |
Lecture notes, powerpoint presentations |
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5 |
Natural Potential (SP) Method. SP application of geothermal areas and mining surveys. |
The student read about the lecture notes and search related to websites. |
Lecture notes, powerpoint presentations |
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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. |
Lecture notes, powerpoint presentations |
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7 |
Multi-electrode apparent 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. |
Lecture notes, powerpoint presentations |
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8 |
Midterm exam |
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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. |
Lecture notes, powerpoint presentations |
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10 |
Method Magnetotelluric (MT). TEM, CSAMT methods. |
The student reads about the lecture notes and does research related to websites. |
Lecture notes, powerpoint presentations |
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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. |
Lecture notes, powerpoint presentations |
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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. |
Lecture notes, powerpoint presentations |
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13 |
Signal and noise. Seismic interpretation. Seismic methods application at seas.
Finding of soil parameters with seismic methods.
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The student reads about the lecture notes and does research related to websites. |
Lecture notes, powerpoint presentations |
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14 |
Well-logging. Natural potential log, resistivity logs, induction logs, Mikrolog, Sonic log, gamma ray log, neutron log, density log, temperature log
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The student reads about the lecture notes and does research related to websites. |
Lecture notes, powerpoint presentations |
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Required Course Resources |
| Resource Type | Resource Name |
| Recommended Course Material(s) |
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| Required Course Material(s) |
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Assessment Methods and Assessment Criteria |
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Semester/Year Assessments |
Number |
Contribution Percentage |
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Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) |
1 |
100 |
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Homeworks/Projects/Others |
0 |
0 |
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Total |
100 |
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Rate of Semester/Year Assessments to Success |
40 |
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Final Assessments
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100 |
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Rate of Final Assessments to Success
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60 |
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Total |
100 |
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| Contribution of the Course to Key Learning Outcomes |
| # | Key Learning Outcome | Contribution* |
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1 |
Students gain adequate knowledge about the engineering fields in the branches of mathematics, physical sciences or their own branches |
4 |
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Students follow the current developments in their fields with a recognition of the need for lifelong learning and constantly improve themselves |
4 |
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3 |
Students use the theoretical and practical knowledge in mathematics, physical sciences and their fields for engineering solutions |
5 |
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4 |
Students choose and use the appropriate analytical mehtods and modelling techniques to identify, formulate, and solve the engineering problems |
5 |
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5 |
Students design and carry out experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret the results. |
3 |
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6 |
Students gain the capacity to analyze a system, a component, and desing the process under realistic constraints to meet the desired requirements; and the ability to apply the methods of modern design accordingly |
3 |
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7 |
Students choose and use the modern technical tools necessary for engineering practice. |
4 |
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8 |
Students gain the ability to work effectively both as an individual and in multi-disciplinary teams. |
3 |
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9 |
Students use the resources of information and databases for the purpose of doing research and accesing information. |
4 |
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10 |
Students follow the scientific and technological developments in recognition of the need for lifelong learning, and continuously keep their knowledge up to date. |
4 |
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11 |
Students use the information and communication technologies together with the computer software at the level required by the European Computer Driving Licence. |
3 |
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12 |
Students use a foreign language according to the general level of European Language Portfolio B1 to communicate effectively in oral and written form. |
1 |
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13 |
Students gain the ability to communicate using technical drawing. |
2 |
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14 |
Students become informed of professional and ethical responsibility. |
4 |
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15 |
Students develop an awareness as regards project management, workplace practices, employee health, environmental and occupational safety; and the legal implications of engineering applications. |
4 |
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16 |
Students develop an awareness of the universal and social effects of engineering solutions and applications, the entrepreneurship and innovation subjects and gain knowledge of contemporary issues |
4 |
| * Contribution levels are between 0 (not) and 5 (maximum). |
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| Student Workload - ECTS |
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Total Workload (Hour) |
| Course Related Works |
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Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) |
14 |
3 |
42 |
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Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) |
14 |
2 |
28 |
| Assesment Related Works |
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Homeworks, Projects, Others |
0 |
0 |
0 |
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Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) |
1 |
4 |
4 |
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Final Exam |
1 |
4 |
4 |
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Total Workload: | 78 |
| Total Workload / 25 (h): | 3.12 |
| ECTS Credit: | 3 |
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