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CE 180 - Experimental Methods in Earthquake Engineering

CE 180

Experimental Methods in Earthquake Engineering

9 units (1-5-3)   |  first term
Prerequisites: AM/CE 151 abc or equivalent.

Laboratory work involving calibration and performance of basic transducers suitable for the measurement of strong earthquake ground motion, and of structural response to such motion. Study of principal methods of dynamic tests of structures, including generation of forces and measurement of structural response. Not offered 2025-26.

Published Date: Aug. 8, 2025