From Safer Buildings to Resilient Cities: An Introduction to Earthquake Engineering

3 credits · Undergraduate

An introduction to earthquake engineering, exploring how structures are designed to withstand seismic forces and how cities can become more resilient to disasters. Topics include earthquake ground shaking, structural mechanics, and seismic design principles. Hands-on workshops involve numerical simulation using structural analysis software and the design, fabrication, and shake-table testing of a balsa wood structure. Case studies examine community resilience efforts in earthquake-prone regions.