GEO-3138 Integrated Geological and Geophysical Interpretation - 10 stp

Applicants from countries within EU/EEA:: 1 December for the spring semester.

Exchange students and Fulbright students: 1 October for the spring semester.

UiT Students: 1 February for the spring semester.

Bachelor's degree in geology, or a similar degree following a programme of study of at least three years, or similar education approved in accordance with the Norwegian Universities Act section 3-4. In addition, specialization in geology worth the equivalent of at least 80 ECTS credits is required. Normally, an average mark of C or better is required at the bachelor's degree level or other program for basis of admission.

Application code: 9371.

Knowledge

The student:

• Has advanced practical and theoretical knowledge of seismic and other geophysical methods and 2D/3D seismic interpretation techniques.
• Is familiar with the principles of the integration of seismic and well data and the ability to perform a well-to-seismic tie and depth-conversion.
• Has a thorough understanding of the choice and implementation of seismic attributes for analyzing structure, stratigraphy and hydrocarbon occurrence in 3D seismic data.
• Has a basic understanding of advanced quantitative interpretation techniques such as AVO, inversion, rock physics or 4D (time-lapse) seismic analysis.
• Has the ability to identify main advantages or limitations of certain geophysical data compared to other data.
• Has an overview of the most commonly integrated geophysical and geological methods in research and industry for understanding Earth system interactions.

Skills

The student can

• Prepare/condition geophysical data and integrate various data sets in specific geological interpretation contexts
• Perform a stratigraphic and structural interpretation using various geophysical data sets (seismic, bathymetry, well logs) and employ interpretation techniques such as sequence stratigraphy, seismic facies analysis, seismic interpretation of different structural styles or seismic geomorphology.
• Use 3D seismic and other geophysical data to develop, describe and present structural and sedimentological models.
• Recognize and discriminate fluid effects (direct hydrocarbon indicators (DHIs)) on seismic data and describe the nature of petroleum reservoirs and the data used to characterize petroleum reservoirs
• Describe how seismic processing methods can enhance seismic interpretation and recognize acquisition and/or processing artifacts in 3D seismic data while avoiding the most common interpretation pitfalls.

• Understand the capabilities and limitations of the various geophysical data types.
• The capability to carry out an independent and limited interpretation project with guidance.

General competences

The student

• Can be thoughtful, engaged, informed and articulate in professional and personal arenas regarding geological and geophysical data interpretation.
• Has the awareness of the importance of geophysical data for developing geological models.
• Has awareness of complex interactions between the geosphere, hydrosphere, biosphere, cryosphere and the atmosphere.
• Has knowledge of current research and new methods in integrated geological and geophysical data interpretation.
• Has the ability to carry out the most important elements of geological/geophysical research projects: compiling relevant literature, interpreting and analyzing data, and communicating results and interpretation ideas effectively in written and oral form to fellow students/scientists.

The date for the exam can be changed. The final date will be announced at your faculty early in May and early in November.