Seismology Course
This course equips geography and geology professionals with essential seismology skills for real-world hazard assessment. Learn to analyse seismograms, locate hypocentres, calculate magnitudes using various scales, evaluate site effects, and communicate findings effectively through bulletins, maps, and reports tailored for decision-makers in Kenya and beyond.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
Gain practical skills in earthquake analysis, from processing raw seismograms to producing detailed reports. Master P and S wave picking, distance calculations, hypocentre determination, and magnitude estimation with ML, Mw, mb, and Ms methods. Study wave propagation, attenuation, site effects, real data catalogues, uncertainty assessment, and clear technical reporting for practical use.
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Develop skills
- Analyse seismograms by picking P and S arrivals, cleaning data, and estimating distances quickly.
- Locate earthquakes using travel-time models, triangulation techniques, and rigorous quality checks.
- Calculate magnitudes with ML and compare against Mw, mb, Ms for regional seismic events.
- Evaluate site effects including Vs30, basin resonance, and local ground amplification.
- Communicate results clearly via bulletins, maps, and actionable advice for stakeholders.
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