Physics of Volanoes and Geothermal
Course Code
FI3162
Number of Credits
2
Semester
Course Type
Study Material
| Study Material | Depth |
|---|---|
| Introduction to Volcano and Geothermal Physics | Express |
| Earth's deep thermal structure | Express |
| Temperature distribution in the lithosphere | Express |
| Heat conduction and convection processes in the earth | Express |
| Processes in volcanoes | Express |
| Hot water system | Express |
| Two phase system (water dominated and steam dominated) | Express |
| Hot dry rock system | Express |
| Geothermal exploration using resistivity geoelectric and magnetotelluric methods | Express |
| Geothermal exploration using magnetic and self potential (SP) methods | Express |
| Geothermal exploration using gravity methods | Express |
| Geothermal exploration using geochemical methods | Express |
| Temperature, pressure and flow rate meters | Express |
| Estimated geothermal energy reserves, production techniques and environmental aspects | Explore |
Graduate Learning Outcomes (GLO) carried by the course
| CPMK Code | Course Learning Outcomes Elements (CLO) |
|---|---|
| CPMK 1 | Able to understand geothermal systems as a physics concept and able to apply them in the exploration and exploitation of geothermal reservoirs |
Learning Method
- Lectures, group discussions, Guest Lectures
Learning Modality
- Synchronous offline, asynchronous mixed/online
Assessment Methods
- Midterm Exam, Final Exam, Assignments, and Quizzes