Night School 25 Session 1: Seismology and Earthquake Effects

This lecture will begin with a discussion of plate tectonics as the source of seismic energy release. It will also cover earthquake measures and the concepts of magnitude and intensity, as well as a discussion of local and widespread earthquake effects.  Probability concepts, return periods and risk in addition to issues of related hazards, including tsunamis will be discussed.

 

This webinar is part of a Night School course. To register, click here.