Introduction to Seismology

GEOP 204 - Introduction to Seismology (3-0-3)

Basic seismological theory, relationship of earthquakes to plate tectonics, causes and effects of earthquakes, source parameters, earthquake location, determination of earthquake magnitude. Interpretation of seismograms, earthquake statistics, seismic hazard and risk assessment, earthquake prediction, seismometers and seismological networks. At least one field trip to a seismic station is required.

Pre-requisites: GEOP102