Description
This module covers basic principle of modern seismology. After an introduction of the history of seismology and instrument, the module will go through fundamental components of seismic wave theory, source theory and the use of seismic observations in constraining Earth’s interior and earthquake source property. These principles will also be connected to exploration seismology whenever possible.
By the end of this module, students should:
- understand basic wave equation, ray theory and source theory;
- understand nomenclature of seismic waves and identification in seismic recordings;
- basic skill in collecting/processing/interpretation seismic data;
- basic skill in reflection seismology.
PHAS0002 Maths Methods I, PHAS0009 Maths Methods II and GEOL0058 Matlab are prerequisites for this module.
Module deliveries for 2024/25 academic year
Last updated
This module description was last updated on 19th August 2024.
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