Training

Intrepid Geophysics Ltd has acquired, processed and interpreted magnetic, gravity, electromagnetic and radiometric data for projects covering the globe in a variety of geologic environments. We are experienced with the interpretation and processing of these data types in a cross-disciplinary, team-oriented environment. A sound knowledge of geology is brought to bear in order to secure a balanced and complete geological interpretation of the geophysical data and to secure a good level of scientific communication with other team members. This work has included large international projects with extended periods of overseas fieldwork. Technology transfer and training in both basic and applied geophysics has often accompanied these projects, and comprises one of our core interests.

Intrepid Geophysics is a certified technical support and training agency for both Pitney Bowes Business Insight’s geophysical applications (ENCOM PA, MODELVISION, QUICKMAG and EM FLOW, repectively) and ERDAS’s ER MAPPER; the benefits of this training include a speedier learning process and increased user productivity.

Christopher Campbell, Principal Geophysicist and President, is Active with the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of British Columbia (APEGBC) as a Mentor. This program embodies the concept of the “Training Triangle,” which is a three-way communication link formed and maintained by the mentor — between the trainee, the trainee's supervisor and the mentor. Continuation of this and hands-on training opportunities generally, comprise one of the key aspects of Intrepid Geophysics’ core mission.

Magnetics and Radiometrics

Specialized training is focused on techniques and methods of a typical data acquisition and processing flow inherent to any airborne or ground magnetic and radiometric survey, and is summarized here; customized training and assistance based on client datasets is provided on such topics as:

• Data acquisition and field corrections/procedures, including QA/QC
• Data management and final processing
• Data presentation and interpretation methods

Gravity/Magnetic Modeling using Encom ModelVision and Encom QuickMag:

1- and 2-day courses are provided in basic and intermediate applications of both software packages.

• Encom ModelVision is targeted at geophysicists who wish to enhance their skills in potential field modeling and interpretation, with applied tutorials/workshops in both forward and inverse modeling, predictive modeling for survey design, and modeling in regions of rugged terrain and analysis of model misfits. Implementing constraints in inversion and staged inversions through to establishing geological controls on density distribution and magnetization may be discussed, as are joint interpretation of gravity and magnetic data and more recently, full tensor gradient modeling and inversions.
• Encom QuickMag is an ideal tool for geologists and non-specialist geophysicists wherein the concept of automatic geological modeling is introduced. Applied tutorials/workshops are provided to allow both depth determinations, structural and lithological mapping and analysis of possible remanence. Specific tutorials are provided for exploration scenarios ranging from kimberlite and gold to base metals and petroleum. Engineering and environmental applications may also be discussed in order to provide identification and modeling of near-surface magnetic features such as unexploded ordnance, mining hazard, archeological investigations and aquifer studies.