GEO 145: Applied and Exploration Geophysics

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Units: 4

Hours: Lecture, 3 hours; laboratory, 3 hours

Catalog page 228

Prerequisites: GEO 001 with a grade of "C-" or better; MATH 009B or MATH 09HB; PHYS 002C or PHYS 040C; or con- sent of instructor

Description: Introduces applied geophysical methods used to explore and characterize the shallow subsurface. Topics include gravity, magnetism, seis- mic reflection and refraction, electrical resistivity, elec- tromagnetism, and ground penetrating radar. Explores techniques to solve problems related to groundwater, as well as environmental, mineral, and petroleum exploration and engineering issues. Requires a week- end field trip.

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Enrollment History (from UCR Banner, not catalog)
Year F W S Su Total
2025-26 5/20  5/20
2024-25 8/20  8/20
2023-24 7/15  7/15
2022-23 5/15  5/15
2021-22 7/15  7/15
2020-21  9/25  9/25
2019-20 14/25 14/25
2018-19  6/25  6/25
2017-18  5/25  5/25