Course Information & Syllabus
Course Information :
Geophysics is a branch of Earth Sciences which employs physical measurement and mathematical models to explore
the earth and it’s surroundings. The Geophysics program is designed to build mathematical and analytical skills, build
theoritical knowledge in Geophysical fields, develop application and interpretation skills through laboratories and
develop ability to carry out independent field measurements. Courses taught included those relevant to: exploration for
petroleum, mineral and groundwater rersources; solid-earth research and earthquake studies for natural hazard mitigation.
Year 1 :
Solid Earth Geophysics
Numerical Methods and Computer Programming
Basic Geology
Geology Lab
Computer Lab
Remote Sensing & GIS
Stratigraphy, Himalayan, Economic and Petroleum Geology
Geophysical Signal Processing
Geophysical Fields & Waves
Geophical Lab-I & II
Geological Field Training
Seismology
Gravity & Magnetic Prospecting
Groundwater Geophysics
Electrical Prospecting
Geophysical Lab-III & IV
Geophysical Field Training-I
Year 2 :
Petrophysics & Well Logging
Physical Oceanography & Marine Geophysics
Seisimic Prospecting
Geophysical Inversion
Geophysical Lab - V & VI
Near Surface Geophysics
Non-Linear Geophysics
Geophysical Lab - VII & VIII
Geophysical Field Training - II
Elective - I & II
Dissertation
Comprehensive Viva-Voce
Seminar
List of Electives :
Computational Seismology
Geomagnetism
Whole Earth Dynamics
Solid Mechanics
Numerical Simulation of Earth System
Geotomography
Seismic data Analysis & Reservoir Geophysics
Reservoir Modelling
Radiometric Exploration
Advanced Remote Sensing & Image Processing
Coursework & Assessment :
Units are normally assessed through class tests, quizzes, time-constrained assignments, seminars on chosen topics,
case studies, work-based projects, mid-semester and endsemester theory/ practical exams. The industrial project/
dissertation is assessed by a combination of written report and presentation.
Careers :
On completion of the program, students can get placed with leading industries/organizations in the petroleum,
application software, mineral exploration and groundwater sectors. 