Course Details
Subject {L-T-P / C} : CE4201 : Seismic Hazard and Risk Mitigation { 3-0-0 / 3}
Subject Nature : Theory
Coordinator : Bibekananda Mandal
Syllabus
| Module 1 : |
Earthquakes and Society – Earth structure, plate tectonics and earthquake generation, Magnitude, intensity and measurement scales (Richter, Moment, Mercalli), Historical earthquakes in India and worldwide and their socio-economic impacts, Societal challenges in urban planning and disaster preparedness. (6 hours) |
| Module 2 : |
Technology for Earthquake-Resistant Design – Structural response under seismic loading (inertia, damping, resonance), Ductility, Seismic zoning in India and IS 1893 overview, IS 13920 ductile detailing of RC structures, Base isolation and energy dissipation systems, Retrofitting and strengthening of existing buildings. (8 hours) |
| Module 3 : |
Seismic Vulnerability and Risk Assessment – Concepts of hazard, exposure, vulnerability, and risk, Qualitative and quantitative risk assessment, Damage grades and vulnerability functions, GIS and remote sensing in seismic risk mapping, Community-level vulnerability assessment, Use of sensors, SHM, and AI for structural monitoring. (8 hours) |
| Module 4 : |
Disaster Mitigation and Societal Preparedness – Disaster management cycle (prevention, preparedness, response, recovery), National and international frameworks (NDMA, Sendai, UNDRR), Building bye-laws and enforcement for seismic safety, Case studies: Bhuj 2001, Nepal 2015, Turkey 2023, Role of engineers, ethics, and societal responsibility, Community awareness, training, and mock drills. (8 hours) |
| Module 5 : |
Emerging Trends in Seismic Safety - Smart materials and intelligent infrastructure systems, Role of digital twins and remote sensing in post-earthquake damage evaluation, Integration of sustainability and resilience in seismic design. (6 hours) |
Course Objective
| 1 . |
Understand basic mechanisms of earthquakes and their societal impact. |
| 2 . |
Introduce concepts of seismic-resistant design and retrofitting. |
| 3 . |
Learn seismic vulnerability and risk assessment techniques at the building and community levels. |
| 4 . |
Develop awareness of policies, disaster management, and the engineer’s ethical responsibilities. |
Course Outcome
| 1 . |
Explain basic earthquake mechanisms and societal impacts. |
| 2 . |
Understand seismic-resistant design principles and retrofitting. |
| 3 . |
Identify structural vulnerability and assess risk parameters. |
| 4 . |
Evaluate disaster management policies and engineer responsibilities. |
| 5 . |
Propose community-level strategies for seismic risk reduction. |
Essential Reading
| 1 . |
Milutin Srbulov, Seismic Risk Assessment and Mitigation, Elsevier, 2014. |
| 2 . |
Pankaj Agarwal & Manish Shrikhande, Earthquake Resistant Design of Structures, Prentice-Hall India, 2010. |
| 3 . |
Jai Krishna & Chandrasekaran, Elements of Earthquake Engineering, CBS Publishers & Distributors, 2016. |
Supplementary Reading
| 1 . |
NDMA, Guidelines for Earthquake Management, 2023, National Disaster Management Authority, India. |
| 2 . |
UNDRR, Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction (2015–2030), United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction |
Journal and Conferences
| 1 . |