ME-615: Introduction to earthquake source physicsThis course presents the classical and new approaches required to study the source mechanisms of earthquakes, combining theory and observations in a unified methodology, with a key focus on the mechan
CIVIL-522: Seismic engineeringThis course deals with the main aspects of seismic design and assessment of buildings including conceptual design. It covers different structural design and evaluation philosophies for new and existin
CIVIL-238: Structural mechanics (for GC)The course discusses the basic principles of structural mechanics, analyzing the performance of materials and structures against loading and focuses on the stress strain relationships and the effect
CIVIL-411: Dam engineeringDams are paramount for human development around the world. The course is an introduction to the fascinating domain of dam engineering, from design to construction, for water storage and regulated supp
CIVIL-435: Advanced steel designAdvanced topics in seismic steel design; bolted and welded connections; steel moment resisting frames; steel frames with concentric & eccentric bracings; capacity design; buckling-restrained bracings;
ME-628: High Strain Rate Mechanics of MaterialsThis course offers fundamentals concepts of material behavior under dynamic loads such as impact and shock. lt will cover experimental methods and analytical modeling approaches to describe the dynami
