Postgraduate certificate Geophysics

Technological advances have led to improved subsurface geophysical prospecting techniques and have boosted the search for new natural resources and passive seismicity methods. As a result, we now have a better understanding of the Earth both internally and externally. However, there is still a long way to go in geophysics, so specialists and researchers in this field have a lot of hard work to do, for example, in improving geosteering or the use of 3D in tomography. Faced with this reality, this 100% online program was born, which offers students the essential knowledge about geomagnetism, seismic wave propagation or methods for locating earthquakes. All of this much easier thanks innovative multimedia content that be accessed 24 hours a day , from a computer with internet connection.

University certificate

duration

6 weeks

Modality

Online

Schedule

At your own pace

Exams

Online

start date

Credits

6 ECTS

financing up to

3 months

Price(first year)

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Introduction to the Program

Thanks to this Diploma you will obtain the most advanced knowledge in Geophysics and apply it to Engineering”

The use of much more precise technological tools to understand spatial information has led to important achievements in the geophysical techniques used for subsurface characterization. Knowing both the Earth's interior and exterior remains a challenge for researchers and specialists who invest long hours of study in this area.

However, thanks to the progress made in recent decades, satellites have become available from Earth orbit to show the situation of the planet in real time, to better understand climate change or to extract alternative natural resources to those that already exist. In this scenario of innovation, there is an unquestionable need for qualified professionals capable of translating this knowledge into applications that improve people's quality of life.

That is why TECH Global University has designed this Diploma, which offers students the most comprehensive and advanced knowledge about the Earth's gravity, anomalies, geomagnetism or variations in the external field that occur on our planet. For this purpose, this academic institution also makes available innovative multimedia resources, in which the latest technology applied to academic teaching has been used. A program with a theoretical approach, but at the same time practical, thanks to the case studies provided by the expert teaching team that is part of this program.

Thus, professionals have an excellent opportunity to advance in their work environment thanks to a Diploma that can be taken comfortably, whenever and wherever they wish. They only need an electronic device with an internet connection to be to access, at any time, the syllabus hosted on the virtual platform. An educational ideal option for those seeking to reconcile their most demanding responsibilities with a education in line with current times.

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This Postgraduate certificate in Geophysics contains the most complete and up-to-date program on the market. The most important features include:

Practical case studies are presented by experts in Physics
The graphic, schematic, and practical contents with which they are created, provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice
Practical exercises where self-assessment can be used to improve learning
Its special emphasis on innovative methodologies
Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments
Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection

Delve into the Gutenberg-Richter Law whenever you want, from your computer with an Internet connection”

The program’s teaching staff includes professionals from the sector who contribute their work experience to this training program, as well as renowned specialists from leading societies and prestigious universities.

Its multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide an immersive education programmed to learn in real situations.

The design of this program focuses on Problem-Based Learning, by means of which the professional must try to solve the different professional practice situations that are presented throughout the academic course. For this purpose, the student will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned experts.

Take a step further in your professional career and discover everything you need to know about Geophysics and the multiple options that seismic tomography offers"

This 100% online diploma will take you to know in depth the gravity and shape of the Earth"

Syllabus

The multimedia pills that make up the library of didactic resources of this university program will be of great use to students who are immersed in this degree program. Thanks to this you will be able to delve in a much more dynamic way into the fields of study of Geophysics, its structure, properties and characteristics. Likewise, the Relearning system, based on the reiteration of content, will allow students to reduce the long hours of study that are so frequent in other teaching methods.

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Module 1. Geophysics

1.1. Introduction

1.1.1. Physics of the Earth
1.1.2. Concept and Development of Geophysics
1.1.3. Characteristics of Geophysics
1.1.4. Disciplines and Fields of Study
1.1.5. Coordinate Systems

1.2. Gravity and Shape of the Earth

1.2.1. Size and Shape of the Earth
1.2.2. Earth’s Rotation
1.2.3. Laplace’s Equation
1.2.4. Figure of the Earth
1.2.5. The Geoid and the Ellipsoid Normal Gravity

1.3. Gravity Measurements and Anomalies

1.3.1. Air-Free Anomaly
1.3.2. Bouguer Anomaly
1.3.3. Isostasy
1.3.4. Interpretation of Local and Regional Anomalies

1.4. Geomagnetism

1.4.1. Sources of the Earth’s Magnetic Field
1.4.2. Fields Produced by Dipoles
1.4.3. Components of the Terrestrial Magnetic Field
1.4.4. Harmonic Analysis: Separation of Fields of Internal and External Origin

1.5. Earth’s Internal Magnetic Field

1.5.1. Dipole Field
1.5.2. Geomagnetic Poles and Geomagnetic Coordinates
1.5.3. Non-Dipole Field
1.5.4. International Reference Geomagnetic Field
1.5.5. Temporal Variation of the Internal Field
1.5.6. Origin of the Internal Field

1.6. Paleomagnetism

1.6.1. Magnetic Properties of Rocks
1.6.2. Remnant Magnetization
1.6.3. Geomagnetic Virtual Poles
1.6.4. Paleomagnetic Poles
1.6.5. Apparent Polar Drift Curves
1.6.6. Paleomagnetism and Continental Drift
1.6.7. Geomagnetic Field Inversions
1.6.8. Marine Magnetic Anomalies

1.7. External Magnetic Field

1.7.1. Origin of the External Magnetic Field
1.7.2. Structure of the Magnetosphere
1.7.3. Ionosphere
1.7.4. Variations of the External Field: Diurnal Variation, Magnetic Storms
1.7.5. Polar Auroras

1.8. Seismic Wave Generation and Propagation

1.8.1. Mechanics of an Elastic Medium: Elastic Parameters of the Earth
1.8.2. Seismic Waves: Internal and Surface Waves
1.8.3. Reflection and Refraction of Internal Waves
1.8.4. Trajectories and Travel Times: Dromochrons

1.9. Internal Structure of the Earth

1.9.1. Radial Variation of the Seismic Wave Velocity
1.9.2. Reference Earth Models
1.9.3. Physical and Compositional Stratification of the Earth
1.9.4. Density, Gravity, and Pressure within the Earth
1.9.5. Seismic Tomography

1.10. Landslides

1.10.1. Location and Time of Origin
1.10.2. Global Seismicity in Relation to Plate Tectonics
1.10.3. Size of an Earthquake: Intensity, Magnitude, Energy
1.10.4. Gutenberg-Richter Law

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Postgraduate Certificate in Geophysics

Geophysics is the science that studies the structure, composition and dynamics of the Earth, as well as its relationship with the environment and life on the planet. At TECH Global University we have developed a specialized program in Geophysics, in which students will be able to acquire theoretical and practical knowledge about the geological and geophysical processes that occur on our planet.

In this Postgraduate Certificate in Geophysics, students will learn to interpret seismic records, analyze geological structures and understand the origin and evolution of volcanoes and tectonic plates. In addition, the study of meteorological and climatic phenomena, such as thunderstorms, hurricanes and climate variations over time will be addressed. Students will also have the opportunity to learn about geophysical exploration and prospecting of natural resources, such as hydrocarbons and minerals, which will enable them to develop skills and competencies to work in different fields of industry, research and the environment.