This course consists of a series of modules dealing with the advanced geophysical methods that are used to explore Earth. The course combines advanced theory in these areas with integrated case studies, laboratory experiments, and applications related to current research topics. Three fundamental disciplines form the core of this course:

(i) rock physics; (ii) seismology; and (iii) geodesy. Typical questions addressed include: (i) how and why do rocks deform? (ii) how can we measure deformation of the Earth? (iii) How can the structure and evolution of planetary interiors be sensed remotely? (iv) How are active tectonic processes and the Earthquake cycle related?

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion, students will have the knowledge and skills to:

1. Module 1: Rock Physics Understand the fundamental solid mechanics theories of rock physics. Solve simple quantitative problems using straightforward analytical techniques. Understand how rock physics is relevant in engineering, structural geology and petroleum geophysics. Apply the theory of rock physics to interpret the seismic properties of rocks. Understand the crucial role of laboratory testing of rocks.
2. Module 2: Geodesy and the Earthquake Cycle Describe and explain the fundamentals of Geodesy, with particular emphasis on satellite techniques for measuring deformation of the Earth (e.g. GPS/GNSS, SLR, VLBI, SAR, GRACE). Use GPS and/or InSAR geodetic techniques to measure Earth deformation associated with active tectonic processes and the Earthquake cycle. Exploit geodetic data to develop models of active tectonic processes that are both the cause and result of earthquakes.
3. Module 3: Seismology Understand the principles of seismic wave propagation through the Earth. Analyze and interpret seismic data recorded on seismometers. Demonstrate how seismology can be used to investigate physical properties and processes within Earth’s interior.

Research-Led Teaching

This course will teach students how research is conducted, how to present results orally and in the form of a scientific paper, and a basic knowledge of how researchers make the case for new research funding. It will be taught by lecturers who are active researchers and who will teach from personal experience.

Staff Feedback

Students will be given feedback in the following forms in this course:

• written comments
• verbal comments
• feedback to whole class, groups, individuals, focus group etc

Student Feedback

ANU is committed to the demonstration of educational excellence and regularly seeks feedback from students. Students are encouraged to offer feedback directly to their Course Convener or through their College and Course representatives (if applicable). The feedback given in these surveys is anonymous and provides the Colleges, University Education Committee and Academic Board with opportunities to recognise excellent teaching, and opportunities for improvement. The Surveys and Evaluation website provides more information on student surveys at ANU and reports on the feedback provided on ANU courses.

Class Schedule

Week/Session	Summary of Activities	Assessment
1	Module 1: Rock Physics Mastering the fundamental solid mechanics theories of rock physics. Learning how to solve simple quantitative problems using straightforward analytical techniques. Understanding how rock physics is relevant in engineering, structural geology and petroleum geophysics and applying the theory of rock physics to interpret the seismic properties of rocks. Understanding the crucial role of laboratory testing of rocks.	Assessment Rock Physics Module 1 (1/3 course total): Take home tests: 1.1 and 1.3 (40% of total marks) Lab class reports: 1.2 (2 reports with 20% of total marks each = 40% of total mark) Critical reading of scientific articles: 1.3: 20%
2	Module 2: Seismology Understanding the principles of seismic wave propagation through the Earth's interior. Analyzing and interpreting seismic data recorded on seismometers. Demonstrating how seismology can be used to investigate physical properties and processes within Earth’s interior.	Assessment Seismology Module 2 (1/3 course total): 2 labs class reports: computer-programming tasks related to the inversion of the 1D Earth’s seismic structure, Receiver functions (2x30%) Critical reading of scientific articles: 3.3 (40%)
3	Module 3: Geodynamics Understanding the time-dependent creeping flow of the mantle and its relationship to plate motions Analysing geophysical observables and understanding their relationship to mantle flow Understanding the concept of dynamic topography Making the connection between mantle structure, mantle strength and surface geology	Assessment Geodynamics Module 3 (1/3 course total): 2 lab-class reports: based on computational models of mantle convection and dynamic topography (40%, 30%). Critical reading of scientific articles: 3.3 (30%)

Assessment Summary

Assessment task	Value	Due Date	Return of assessment	Learning Outcomes
Assessment Rock Physics Module 1	33 %	27/07/2020	21/08/2020	1
Assessment Seismology Module 2 (1/3 course total):	33 %	24/08/2020	02/10/2020	3
Assessment Geodynamics Module 3 (1/3 course total)	34 %	05/10/2020	30/10/2020	2

* If the Due Date and Return of Assessment date are blank, see the Assessment Tab for specific Assessment Task details

Policies

ANU has educational policies, procedures and guidelines, which are designed to ensure that staff and students are aware of the University’s academic standards, and implement them. Students are expected to have read the Academic Misconduct Rule before the commencement of their course. Other key policies and guidelines include:

• Student Assessment (Coursework) Policy and Procedure
• Special Assessment Consideration Policy and General Information 
• Student Surveys and Evaluations
• Deferred Examinations
• Student Complaint Resolution Policy and Procedure

Assessment Requirements

The ANU is using Turnitin to enhance student citation and referencing techniques, and to assess assignment submissions as a component of the University's approach to managing Academic Integrity. For additional information regarding Turnitin please visit the Academic Integrity . In rare cases where online submission using Turnitin software is not technically possible; or where not using Turnitin software has been justified by the Course Convener and approved by the Associate Dean (Education) on the basis of the teaching model being employed; students shall submit assessment online via ‘Wattle’ outside of Turnitin, or failing that in hard copy, or through a combination of submission methods as approved by the Associate Dean (Education). The submission method is detailed below.

Moderation of Assessment

Marks that are allocated during Semester are to be considered provisional until formalised by the College examiners meeting at the end of each Semester. If appropriate, some moderation of marks might be applied prior to final results being released.

Participation

If class numbers are small then the class may be delivered in the form of critical reading of research papers and background materials relevant to each of the topics. Students will be expected to help lead discussion during the assigned lecture time on topics they have been assigned in advance. This will contribute to assessment task 3 in each topic.

In person attendance is preferred but all classes will also be available via zoom and will be recorded.

Assessment Task 1

Assessment Rock Physics Module 1

The marks from this component will form 1/3 course total.

This assessment component comprises multiple tasks, each with different due dates. Each task assesses students on different learning outcomes. The date range in the assessment summary box indicates the date the module commences and ends.

Task 1.1: Take home test

Contribution towards the mark for Module 1: 40%

Learning Outcomes Assessed: 1.1 and 1.3

Task 1.2: Lab class report #1

Contribution towards the mark for Module 1: 20%

Learning Outcomes Assessed: 1.2

Task 1.3: Lab class report #2

Contribution towards the mark for Module 1: 20%

Learning Outcomes Assessed: 1.2

Task 1.4: Critical reading of scientific articles

Contribution towards the mark for Module 1: 20%

Learning Outcomes Assessed: 1.3

Assessment Task 2

Assessment Seismology Module 2 (1/3 course total):

The marks from this component will form 1/3 course total.

This assessment component comprises multiple tasks, each with different due dates. Each task assesses students on different learning outcomes. The date range in the assessment summary box indicates the date the module commences and ends and it is expected that all assessment tasks for the module will be completed by the end of each module.

Task 2.1: Lab class report #1 computer-programming tasks related to the inversion of the 1D Earth’s seismic structure

Contribution towards the mark for Module 1: 30%

Learning Outcomes Assessed: 1.2

Task 2.2: Lab class report #2 Receiver functions

Contribution towards the mark for Module 1: 30%

Learning Outcomes Assessed: 1.2

Task 2.3: Critical reading of scientific articles

Contribution towards the mark for Module 1: 40%

Learning Outcomes Assessed: 3.3

Assessment Task 3

Assessment Geodynamics Module 3 (1/3 course total)

The marks from this component will form 1/3 course total.

This assessment component comprises multiple tasks, each with different due dates. Each task assesses students on different learning outcomes. The date range in the assessment summary box indicates the date the module commences and ends.

Task 3.1: Lab class report #1 based on computational models of mantle convection

Contribution towards the mark for Module 1: 30%

Learning Outcomes Assessed: 1.2

Task 3.2: Lab class report #2 based on computational models of mantle convection and dynamic topography

Contribution towards the mark for Module 1: 30%

Learning Outcomes Assessed: 1.2

Task 3.3: Critical reading of scientific articles

Contribution towards the mark for Module 1: 40%

Learning Outcomes Assessed: 3.3

Academic Integrity

Academic integrity is a core part of the ANU culture as a community of scholars. At its heart, academic integrity is about behaving ethically, committing to honest and responsible scholarly practice and upholding these values with respect and fairness.

The ANU commits to assisting all members of our community to understand how to engage in academic work in ways that are consistent with, and actively support academic integrity. The ANU expects staff and students to be familiar with the academic integrity principle and Academic Misconduct Rule, uphold high standards of academic integrity and act ethically and honestly, to ensure the quality and value of the qualification that you will graduate with.

The Academic Misconduct Rule is in place to promote academic integrity and manage academic misconduct. Very minor breaches of the academic integrity principle may result in a reduction of marks of up to 10% of the total marks available for the assessment. The ANU offers a number of online and in person services to assist students with their assignments, examinations, and other learning activities. Visit the Academic Skills website for more information about academic integrity, your responsibilities and for assistance with your assignments, writing skills and study.

Online Submission

You will be required to electronically sign a declaration as part of the submission of your assignment. Please keep a copy of the assignment for your records. Unless an exemption has been approved by the Associate Dean (Education) submission must be through Turnitin.

Hardcopy Submission

For some forms of assessment (hand written assignments, art works, laboratory notes, etc.) hard copy submission is appropriate when approved by the Associate Dean (Education). Hard copy submissions must utilise the Assignment Cover Sheet. Please keep a copy of tasks completed for your records.

Late Submission

Individual assessment tasks may or may not allow for late submission. Policy regarding late submission is detailed below:

• Late submission permitted. Late submission of assessment tasks without an extension are penalised at the rate of 5% of the possible marks available per working day or part thereof. Late submission of assessment tasks is not accepted after 10 working days after the due date, or on or after the date specified in the course outline for the return of the assessment item. Late submission is not accepted for take-home examinations.

Referencing Requirements

Accepted academic practice for referencing sources that you use in presentations can be found via the links on the Wattle site, under the file named “ANU and College Policies, Program Information, Student Support Services and Assessment”. Alternatively, you can seek help through the Students Learning Development website.

Returning Assignments

Assignments will be returned by wattle unless agreed beforehand with the lecturer

Extensions and Penalties

Extensions and late submission of assessment pieces are covered by the Student Assessment (Coursework) Policy and Procedure. Extensions may be granted for assessment pieces that are not examinations or take-home examinations. If you need an extension, you must request an extension in writing on or before the due date. If you have documented and appropriate medical evidence that demonstrates you were not able to request an extension on or before the due date, you may be able to request it after the due date.

Resubmission of Assignments

Not permitted

Privacy Notice

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In cases where student end users are asked to submit ‘content’ to a database, such as an assignment or short answers, the database licensor may only use the student’s ‘content’ in accordance with the terms of service – including any (copyright) licence the student grants to the database licensor. Any personal information or content a student submits may be stored by the licensor, potentially offshore, and will be used to process the database service in accordance with the licensors terms of service and/or privacy policy.
If any student chooses not to agree to the database licensor’s terms of service or privacy policy, the student will not be able to access and use the database. In these circumstances students should contact their lecturer to enquire about alternative arrangements that are available.

Distribution of grades policy

Academic Quality Assurance Committee monitors the performance of students, including attrition, further study and employment rates and grade distribution, and College reports on quality assurance processes for assessment activities, including alignment with national and international disciplinary and interdisciplinary standards, as well as qualification type learning outcomes.

Since first semester 1994, ANU uses a grading scale for all courses. This grading scale is used by all academic areas of the University.

Support for students

The University offers students support through several different services. You may contact the services listed below directly or seek advice from your Course Convener, Student Administrators, or your College and Course representatives (if applicable).

• ANU Health, safety & wellbeing for medical services, counselling, mental health and spiritual support
• ANU Diversity and inclusion for students with a disability or ongoing or chronic illness
• ANU Dean of Students for confidential, impartial advice and help to resolve problems between students and the academic or administrative areas of the University
• ANU Academic Skills and Learning Centre supports you make your own decisions about how you learn and manage your workload.
• ANU Counselling Centre promotes, supports and enhances mental health and wellbeing within the University student community.
• ANUSA supports and represents undergraduate and ANU College students
• PARSA supports and represents postgraduate and research students