GSC 450/450L - Introduction to Seismology,Earthquakes and Earth Sturcture W

Institution:

California State Polytechnic University-Pomona

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Description:

The study of the generation, propagation and recording of seismic waves and of the sources that produce them. Stress and strain. Body waves and ray theory. Surface waves and free oscillations. Seismometry. Interpretation of seismograms. Determination of Earth structure. Reflection seismology. Seismic sources. Strong motion seismology and earthquake hazard. Earthquake statistics. Seismotectonics. 3 hours of lecture + 3 hours lab. Prerequisite: MAT 115 or consent of the instructor.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Institution Website:

www.csupomona.edu

Phone Number:

(909) 869-7659

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Quarter

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