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Introduction to Seismology

As taught in: Spring 2010

Global seismograph network.

A map showing the seismographs in the global seismograph network. (Image courtesy of USGS.)

Instructors:

Prof. Robert Van Der Hilst

Scott Burdick
(Teaching Assistant)

MIT Course Number:

12.510

Level:

Graduate

Course Features

Course Description

This graduate level course presents a basic study in seismology and the utilization of seismic waves for the study of Earth's interior. It introduces techniques necessary for understanding of elastic wave propagation in layered media.