Description
Study seismic waves in order to map the mantle of the Earth and detect tectonic movement.
Alternative labels
plot the Earth’s interior
Earth interior mapping
mapping of Earth’s interior
trace the Earth’s interior
represent the Earth’s interior
Skill type
skill/competence
Skill reusability level
occupation-specific
Relationships with occupations
Essential skill
Map the Earth’s interior is an essential skill of the following occupations:
Optional skill
Map the Earth’s interior is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this skill may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.
Seismologist: Seismologists study the movement of tectonic plaques in the Earth which causes the propagation of seismic waves and earthquakes. They study and observe the various sources causing earthquakes such as volcanic activity, atmospheric phenomena, or the behaviour of oceans. They provide their scientific observations to prevent dangers in construction and infrastructure.
References
- Map the Earth’s interior – ESCO