GEOL 563 - Introduction to Seismology

Investigates the physics of earthquakes, the effects of earthquakes on our world and the insights into the planet provided by seismology. This class is a quantitative introduction to the study of local and global seismology. Topics include stress and strain, wave propagation, power spectra, earthquake magnitude, seismic hazard, earthquake prediction and associated hazards such as tsunamis and volcano seismology. Whenever possible, students will use real seismic data in their analyses.

Prerequisites & Notes: GEOL 318 or equivalent; GEOL 352 or equivalent; PHYS 161, PHYS 162 and PHYS 163 or equivalent.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter