GEOE607 ADV. SEISMOLOGY & SEISMIC INSTRUMENT.
Course Code: |
5640607 |
METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week): |
3(3-0) |
ECTS Credit: |
8.0 |
Department: |
Geological Engineering |
Language of Instruction: |
English |
Level of Study: |
Graduate |
Course Coordinator: |
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Offered Semester: |
Fall or Spring Semesters. |
Course Content
The theory of seismic wave transmission applied to the determination of the properties of the Earth`s interior. The study of fault mechanisms in an elastic Earth. The physical principles underlying the design and operation of the seismograph. The selection of a seismograph for specific problems, the calibration and response characteristics. Installation and calibration of modern seismographs.