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Geophysical information, material, and example codes for use with the Summer of Applied Geophysical Experience (SAGE) field camp.

Abstract

The goal of this book is to provide material for students to help guide them through understanding the basics of geophysical methods including the physics, instrumentation, field methods, processing, modeling and interpretation.

Methods

The methods covered are:

Table 1:Geophysical Methods

Potential FieldsElectromagneticsSeismologyElectrical
GravityMagnetotellurics (MT)ReflectionElectrical Resistivity Tomography (ERT)
MagneticsTransient Electromagnetics (EM)RefractionDirect Current (DC)
ThermalGround Penetrating Radar (GPR)Passive

General Format

Each method will start with Key Concepts that by the end of going through each module you should be able to understand. Example Python example code for working with various data sets is provided. For extra information links to external resources as well.