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651-4005-00L 3 Credits MSC D-ERDW
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Geophysical Data Processing

Lecturers & Examiners: Dr. Carlo Virgilio Cauzzi, Dr. Laura Ermert
VVZ CR n/a

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

Abstract

This course presents fundamental digital signal processing and filter theory with a focus on geophysical applications.

Objective

The goal of the course is to provide an understanding of the principles of digital signal processing and filter theory. Form: two hours lecture with two hours of computer based exercises per week over 7 weeks.

Content

Analog-digital conversion: dynamic range and resolution; Dirac-impulse, step function; Laplace transformation; Z-transformation; Differential equations of linear time-invariant systems; Examples: seismometer and RC-filter; Impulse response and transfer function; Frequency selective filters: example Butterworth filters; Digital filters: impulse invariance and bilinear transformation; Inverse filters; Response spectra.

Resources

Lecture Notes

Lecture notes will be made available for download from the website of the course.

Literature

The class follows no single book. A list of relevant texts will be given in class.

General Information

Language
English
Levels
MSC
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
graded semester performance
Grading scheme: mid-term test (30%) + final exam (70%). Final exam: written test + oral presentation (summarising the results of a computer-based exercise).

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture with exercise Geophysical Data Processing
  • Wed 10:15-12:00 (NO E 39)
  • Thu 14:15-16:00 (NO E 39)
28 h semesterly

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