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Reflection Seismology Processing

Lecturers & Examiners: Dr. Dirk-Jan van Manen
VVZ CR n/a

Last Updated: 2026-02-05 16:08:17

Abstract

Seismic data processing from field data to interpretation.

Objective

Application of theoretical knowledge acquired in previous courses to the processing of a seismic data set and an extensive introduction to commercial processing software.

Content

Keywords: data conversion, amplitude reconstruction, filtering (in time and space), geometry assignment, static corrections, velocity analyses, normal-moveout (NMO) corrections, deconvolution, stacking, migration, interpretation.

Resources

Literature

Access to commercial processing software manuals and Yilmaz’s (2001) textbook “Seismic Data Analysis”

General Information

Language
English
Levels
MSC
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
graded semester performance

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture Reflection Seismology Processing
  • Mon 12:15-14:00 (NO C 44)
  • Tue 12:15-14:00 (NO C 44)
6 h weekly
exercise Reflection Seismology Processing Exercises
Exercises on Mon and Tue from 13-15 and 15-17 (two groups)
  • Mon 13:15-15:00 (NO F 11)
  • Mon 15:15-17:00 (NO F 11)
  • Tue 13:15-15:00 (NO F 11)
  • Tue 15:15-17:00 (NO F 11)
6 h weekly

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