GEO 5525 - Geologic Interpretation of Seismic Reflection Data: PICP 2a

Meets with GEO 6525. This third course in the Petroleum Industry Career Path (PICP) covers the basic principles of geologic interpretation of seismic reflection data, including the basics of acquisition and processing, and potential pitfalls that all seismic interpreters should consider. Laboratory and in-class exercises will use real petroleum industry software and datasets - including both 2D paper lines and experience with 3D workstation data - and emphasize practical applications of theories introduces in class. Labs will cover integration of outcrop and well-log data with seismic data (including synthetics), mapping and contouring techniques, and fundamentals of seismic stratigraphy, all with direct implications for hydrocarbon exploration. Offered first half of spring semester.