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EART 278ATheoretical Seismology

5 creditsGraduateStudent Option

Elastic wave propagation in homogeneous and inhomogeneous media, with a focus on developing mathematical tools and physical intuition. Topics include pulse propagation, ray theory, surface waves, leaky modes, anelasticity, and scattering. (Formerly Advanced Seismology.)

Prerequisites

Enrollment is restricted to graduate students. Undergraduates may enroll with permission of the instructor. Basic familiarity with differential equations and integral transforms is recommended for preparation.

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When it runs

Spring 2026Open Spring 2026

SectionTypeWhenWhereInstructorSeats
01Lecture
Tue Thu 1:30pm–3:05pm
Earth&Marine D236E. WilliamsOpen 6/20

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