Introduction to Seismology, Earthquakes and Earth Structure (4 units ...

“Earthquake of the Week” Project/Discussion of Research Publications (15%): Every
student will research an earthquake that has recently occurred somewhere on the globe.
(S)he will present a complete overview of the earthquake, its tectonic environment, its
impact on society and its scientific implications and write a one page minimum length
summary. Short research publications will be assigned for reading, with one student
responsible for presenting a short summary and leading a discussion. Short quizzes and
questions on the exams may address the main points of these papers. Part of this grade will
be based on your participation in the discussions.
Project: Report and Presentation (15%): Each student will complete a research project,
which will involve writing an individual report and an oral presentation in the classroom.
You will be assigned a topic related to seismology and the report and presentation will be
due the Lab of Week 9. Details to follow.
GRADING:
Your course grade will be based on the exams, homework, projects, presentations and
quizzes as described above. I will grade based on the scale shown below. If caught cheating,
you will receive a final course grade of “F” regardless of circumstances. This includes
plagiarizing material from other students or websites. No late material will be accepted.
WEBSITE:
Web pages for this class are available at:
http://geology.csupomona.edu/jpolet/GSC499
Username: GSC499
Password: quake
Lecture slides, lab exercises and a variety of other material will be posted here during the
course of the class. If you miss a class, make sure to check the website for lecture slides and
assigned work.