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Geophysicists study the physical characteristics of the earth and apply physical measurements to geological situations. Geophysicists use the principles of gravity, seismicity and electromagnetics to identify the structure and composition of the earth.

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Competences
21
Groups
4
Essential
10
Optional
11

Competences and skills

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Essential knowledge 3 competences

Occupation specific

1 competence
seismic measurement techniques

Variety of seismic measurement and data-processing techniques. Seismic mapping in two or three dimensions. 

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Cross-sector

2 competences
geology

Solid earth, rock types, structures and the processes by which they are altered.

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physics

The natural science involving the study of matter, motion, energy, force and related notions.

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Essential skills and competences 7 competences

Occupation specific

4 competences
advise on geophysical procedures

Provide guidance and give specific technical advice on all matters related to geophysical technologies, services, procedures or measurements.

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document seismic research

Compose seismic related documents and work logs, by compiling charts and reports.

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engineer seismic equipment

Develop, try out, adjust and repair seismic equipment.

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operate seismic equipment

Move seismic equipment to different locations. Utilise seismometers. Observe recording equipment in order to detect anomalies and irregularities. Process and interpret seismic data both in 2D as in 3D.

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Cross-sector

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conduct field work

Conducts field work or research which is the collection of information outside of a laboratory or workplace setting. Visit places in order to collect specific information about the field.

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prepare scientific reports

Prepare reports that describe results and processes of scientific or technical research, or assess its progress. These reports help researchers to keep up to date with recent findings.

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use measurement instruments

Use different measurement instruments depending on the property to be measured. Utilise various instruments to measure length, area, volume, speed, energy, force, and others.

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Optional knowledge 4 competences

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archaeology

The study of the recovery and examination of material culture left behind from human activity in the past.

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Cross-sector

3 competences
electrical engineering

The field of engineering that deals with the study and application of electricity, electronics, and electromagnetism.

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electronics

The functioning of electronic circuit boards, processors, chips, and computer hardware and software, including programming and applications.

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geography

The scientific discipline that studies the land, phenomena, characteristics and inhabitants of Earth. This field seeks to understand the natural and man-made complexities of Earth. It explores the social, political, and economic characteristics of human societies as well as the morphological properties of the Earth.

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Optional skills and competences 7 competences

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3 competences
assess potential gas yield

Estimate the potential gas yield based on input from a variety of methods, such as analogy, volumetric measurement, decline analysis, material balance calculations, and reservoir simulation.

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measure reservoir volumes

Estimate the volume of an oil and gas reservoir by measuring its areal extent, rock pore volume, and the fluid content within the pores.

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perform electrical geophysical measurements

Perform geophysical measurements by inducing an electrical current in the earth. Measure the electric resistance and induced current of the earth to determine ground composition and structure.

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assess potential oil yield

Estimate the potential oil yield based on input from a variety of methods, such as analogy, volumetric measurement, decline analysis, material balance calculations, and reservoir simulation.

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perform electromagnetic geophysical measurements

Measure the structure and composition of the ground using electromagnetic devices which are either on the ground or airborne.

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perform gravity measurements

Perform geophysical measurements using gravity meters which are either on the ground or airborne. Measure deviations from the normal gravity field, or anomalies, to determine the structure and composition of the earth.

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Cross-sector

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address problems critically

Identify the strengths and weaknesses of various abstract, rational concepts, such as issues, opinions, and approaches related to a specific problematic situation in order to formulate solutions and alternative methods of tackling the situation.

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