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Geophysics III

Lecturers & Examiners: Prof. Dr. Paul Tackley, Prof. Dr. Andrew Jackson, Dr. Men-Andrin Meier
VVZ CR n/a

Last Updated: 2026-02-05 16:02:06

Abstract

This course builds on Geophysik I and Geophysik II, broadening the students' education in seismology, geodynamics and geodynamo theory, by considering various specific topics of particular interest.

Objective

To teach students the basics of observational seismology, earthquake source seismology, seismotectonics and the principle of seismic tomography, mantle convection over Earth history, structure of the oceanic and continental lithosphere, plate tectonics, hotspots, global heat flux, dynamo operation and magnetic field generation in Earth, planets, the Sun and stars and electromagnetism to probe the mantle.

Content

Observational seismology, earthquake source seismology, seismotectonics and the principle of seismic tomography. Mantle convection over Earth history, structure of the oceanic and continental lithosphere, plate tectonics, hotspots, global heat flux. Dynamo operation and magnetic field generation in Earth, planets, the Sun and stars; electromagnetism to probe the mantle.

General Information

Language
English
Levels
BSC
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
graded semester performance

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture with exercise Geophysics III
  • Thu 10:15-12:00 (NO D 11)
  • Thu 13:15-14:00 (NO D 11)
3 h weekly

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