GEOL 463 - 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, student will use real seismic data in their analyses.

Prerequisites & Notes: GEOL 318; GEOL 352; PHYS 163.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter