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651-3051-AAL

Fundamentals in Geophysics I: Structure and Evolution of the Earth

Belegung ist NUR erlaubt für MSc Studierende, die diese Lerneinheit als Auflagenfach verfügt haben. Alle anderen Studierenden (u.a. auch Mobilitätsstudierende, Doktorierende) können diese Lerneinheit NICHT belegen.
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Last Updated: 2026-07-21 00:35:29

Abstract

The course is self taught and covers the following topics of fundamentals in geophysics:-Seismology- Tomography- Gravimetry- Geodesy- Paleomagnetism

Objective

The course is an admission requirement given to students lacking fundamentals in geophysics related to the structure and evolution of the planet Earth. It will allow the student to acquire the necessary knowledge to pursue a Master in Geophysics, the student will learn the basics of seismology, tomography, gravimetry, geodesy and paleomagnetism and how these can be used to constrain the structure and evolution of the Earth.

Content

The course is based on the book "Fundamentals in Geophysics" 3rd edition by W. Lowrie available online from the ETH library. The list of chapters to read will be determined in an initial individual meeting with the student.

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