Earth`s Potential Fields

This course dives into Earth`s potential fields, focusing on gravitational and magnetic fields. In this course, we will explore the fundamental potential field theory, learn how to analyze and interpret regional gravity and geomagnetic data, and master techniques forward and inverse modeling to understand subsurface structures. Hands-on exercises will be key, helping you apply these concepts to real-world scenarios.

Competences:
• Deep understanding of potential field theory, gravity, and geomagnetism.
• Proficiency in data reduction, forward and inverse modeling techniques for potential fields.
• Ability to interpret potential field data and derive geological information.
• Practical experience with relevant software for potential field analysis.

oral exam

• Blakely, R. J. (1995). Potential Theory in Gravity & Magnetic Applications. Cambridge University Press.
• Lowrie, W. (2007). Fundamentals of Geophysics. Cambridge University Press.

1st SWS: Introduction to potential field theory
2nd SWS: Consequences of the potential
3rd SWS: Gravitational potential
4th SWS: Magnetic potential
5th SWS: Spherical harmonical analysis
6th SWS: The regional gravity field
7th SWS: Exercise on reductions
8th SWS: Forward modelling
9th SWS: Exercise on gravity modelling
10th SWS: The geomagnetic field
11th SWS: Exercise on magnetic modelling
12th SWS: Inverse modelling
13th SWS: Exercise on inverse modelling of gravity data
14th SWS: Exercise on inverse modelling of magnetic data

Notebook-Pool, Programmierung mit Python