Plate Tectonics Course
Enhance your knowledge of plate tectonics through practical case studies, analysis of GPS and seismic data, and hazard evaluation. Develop the ability to create concise, evidence-supported reports linking plate boundaries to earthquakes, tsunamis, risk management, land-use planning, and informed geologic decisions.

4 to 360h flexible workload
certificate valid in your country
What will I learn?
This course offers a focused overview of Earth's internal structure, plate movements, and boundary types, applied to real-world examples including the San Andreas Fault, Andes Mountains, Himalayas, Mid-Atlantic Ridge, and East African Rift. Participants will gain skills in research methods, data analysis, and writing clear reports for hazard assessment and evidence-based communication.
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Develop skills
- Classify plate boundaries as divergent, convergent, or transform.
- Interpret GPS, seismic, and InSAR data to assess plate motions.
- Analyze tectonic case studies and produce source-supported reports.
- Connect plate tectonics to earthquake, tsunami, and hazard risks.
- Write clear, accessible summaries of complex tectonic concepts.
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