The goal of the course is to introduce students with gravity and magnetic field research methods. Tasks of the course, that includes acquisition of knowledge, skills and competences are: 1. to learn physical background of discussed geophysical methods. 2. to learn basic calculation methods and various interpretation methods. 3. identify shortcomings and advantages of geophysical methods 4. to obtain competences in practical application of discussed methods. After successfully completing course, students have gained basic knowledge about Earth gravity and magnetic field exploration methods. Students have knowledge of basic calculation methods and interpretation methods, that are applied in discussed geophysical exploration methods. Students are able to conduct basic geophysical measurements in the field with gravity and magnetic field measurement devices. Languages of instruction is Latvian and English.
Course responsible lecturer Zaiga Krišjāne
Results After successfully completing course, students have gained basic knowledge about Earth gravity and magnetic field exploration methods. Students have knowledge of basic calculation methods and interpretation methods, that are applied in discussed geophysical exploration methods. Students are able to conduct basic geophysical measurements in the field with gravity and magnetic field measurement devices. Knowledge 1. Students have gained basic knowledge about theoretical background of discussed geophysical methods. 2. Are familiar with significance of gravity and magnetic fields in the analysis of spatial data. 3. Are obtained knowledge about geophysical measurement acquisition. 4. Are familiar with most common measurement interpretation methods. Skills 5. Know how to work with geophysical exploration equipment. 6. Know how to process obtained measurements. 7. Are able to interpret obtained measurements. Competences 8. Students are capable of selecting most suitable geophysical method for solution of specific problem 9. Students are capable of integrating geophysical measurements in preparation of geospatial information. 10. Are able prepare report about conducted geophysical studies