IPG 512: Seismic Interpretation - University of Alberta

Policy about course outlines can be found in Section 23.4 (2) of the University CalendarIPG 512: Seismic InterpretationInstructor: Dr. M. Van der BaanEmail:Mirko.vanderBaan@ualberta.caOffice: CCIS 3-090Office hours: MW 4:00-5.30pm.It is strongly recommended to contact me by email to confirman appointment.TAs:Amna Feroz and Yoones VaeziEmail:aferoz@ualberta.ca and yvaezi@ualberta.caTA Office: CCIS 3-099TA office hours: By appointmentClass time: RF14:30-15:50Place: Tory, Room 2-87Website: eClassObjective:On completion of this module, the student will be able to understand theprinciples and practice of interpreting seismic reflection data.Syllabus:This introduction to seismic interpretation will cover the following topics:Overview of reflection seismology; limits to seismic reflection profiling; pitfalls inseismic interpretation; petroleum systems; seismic-to-well ties and seismicphase; structural and stratigraphic interpretation; carbonate reefs and salt; directhydrocarbon indicators and impedance inversions; amplitude variations withoffset; and use of seismic attributes to assist geologic interpretations.Course Prerequisites:Obligatory for IPG students; for non-IPG students: consent of courseinstructor is required. It is important to prepare yourself for this course througha review of the prerequisite material. Students who do not have the requiredprerequisites at the time of taking this course should not expect supplementaryprofessorial tutoring from the instructor.

Reference texts (not required):1. Bacon, M., R. Simm and T. Redshaw (2003) 3-D Seismic Interpretation:Cambridge2. Brown A. R. (2004) Interpretation of three-dimensional seismic data: SEGand AAPG.3. Lines L.R. and Newrick R. T. (2004) Fundamentals of geophysicalinterpretation: SEGRepresentative Evaluative Material: Will be posted on eClass.Grade Evaluation:Letter Grade Grade Point ValueA+ 4.0A 4.0A- 3.7B+ 3.3B 3.0B- 2.7C+ 2.3C 2.0C- 1.7D+ 1.3D 1.0F 0.0Grades are assigned by taking the score for each course component andcalculating a total course percentage score using the component weights given inthe course syllabus. This overall mark is then used to assign course grades.Grade boundaries will be decided based on a combination of historical studentperformances and the instructor’s expectations and judgment. Where possiblenatural grade boundaries will be used. The absolute percentage scores to securea particular grade will vary from year to year because it is not possible to writeexams with consistently identical difficulty levels.EXAMS WEIGHTING DATEAssignment #1 15% Oct. 26*Assignment #2 45% Nov. 30*Final Exam 40% Dec. 10*** Hand in: At class time of day requested; Penalties of 5/100 points per started24 hour period late without legitimate excuse apply.

** ‘WARNING: Students must verify this date on BearTracks when the FinalExam Schedule is posted’Grades are unofficial until approved by the Department and/or Faculty offeringthe course.Missed Assignments:A student who cannot complete a term assignment due to incapacitating illness,severe domestic affliction or other compelling reasons can apply for extension oftime to complete an assignment.Deferral of term work is a privilege and not a right; there is no guarantee that adeferral will be granted. Misrepresentation of Facts to gain a deferral is a seriousbreach of the Code of Student Behaviour.Deferred Final Examination:A student who cannot write the final examination due to incapacitating illness,severe domestic affliction or other compelling reasons can apply for a deferredfinal examination. Such an application must be made to the student’s Facultyoffice within 48 hours of the missed examination and must be supported by aStatutory Declaration (in lieu of a medical statement form) or other appropriatedocumentation (Calendar section 23.5.6). Deferred examinations are a privilegeand not a right; there is no guarantee that a deferred examination will be granted.Misrepresentation of Facts to gain a deferred examination is a serious breach ofthe Code of Student Behaviour.Deferred exams will be held on Saturday January 26, 2013 9:00 a.m. in CCIS L1-140.Reexamination:A student who writes the final examination and fails the course may apply for areexamination. Reexaminations are rarely granted in the Faculty of Science.These exams are governed by University (Calendar section 23.5.5) and Facultyof Science Regulations (Calendar section 182.5.9). Misrepresentation of Facts togain a reexamination is a serious breach of the Code of Student Behaviour.

Disclaimer: Any typographical errors in this Course Outline are subject tochange and will be announced in class. The date of the final examination is setby the Registrar and takes precedence over the final examination date reportedin this syllabus.Note: Recording is permitted only with the prior written consent of the professoror if recording is part of an approved accommodation plan.