Techniques and methods in earthquake seismology including seismometry and seismic networks, earthquake location, earthquake statistics, strong-motion seismology, and seismic source parameters. Topics may vary. An analytical study of the problems of earthquake generation, faulting, mountain building, and volcanism. Emphasis is placed upon the formulation of mathematical models which explain the physical observations. Topics may vary.
Primary emphasis is on the understanding and use of linear inverse techniques.
Includes elementary wave propagation, reflection data acquisition and processing, and geologic interpretation of reflection data in two and three dimensions. Offered on demand Applications of continuum physics to geologic problems. Topics include plate tectonics, stress and strain, elasticity and flexure, heat transfer, gravity, fluid mechanics, rock rheology, thermal subsidence of sedimentary basins, faulting, and flow in porous media. A seminar class. Processes by which permeability along faults and shear zones is decreased or enhanced, evidence of and mechanisms of fluid movement in faults and shear zones, fault valve behavior, water weakening of minerals, and geochemical processes near the surface and at depth.