:Course Description

Fundamentals of geology applied to civil

engineering problems. Topics include
rock and mineral types, soil properties,
rock mechanics, geologic structures,
active tectonics and earthquake
hazards, slope stability and landslides,
groundwater, rivers and flood hazards.
Team projects include engineering
geology case studies and site
assessment investigations.
:Course Outcomes
At the end of the course, the students
must be able to:

1. Describe and explain the role of

geology in the design and construction
process of underground openings in
rock.
:Course Outcomes
2. Apply geologic concepts and
approaches on civil engineering
projects.

3. Identify and classify rock using basic

geologic classification systems.
:Course Outcomes
4. Use the geologic literature to
establish the geotechnical framework
needed to properly design and
construct heavy civil works rock
projects.

5. Utilize backgrounds in engineering

and earth science to provide solutions
to engineering problems within the
context of the natural world.
Topic Outline
I. Physical Geology
A. Geology in Civil Engineering
B. Branches of Geology
C. Earth Structure and Composition
D. Elementary Knowledge on continental drift
and plate tectonics. Earth processes
E. Weathering – work of rivers, wind and sea
and their engineering importance
F. Origin and occurrence of earthquake – mode
of occurrence –
G. Ground water – Importance in civil
Engineering
Topic Outline
II. Mineralogy
A. Elementary knowledge on symmetry
elements of crystallographic systems.
B. Physical properties of minerals.
C. Study of the following rock forming
minerals – Quartz family. Feldspar family,
Augite, Hornblende, Biotite, Muscovite, Calcite,
Garnet.
D. Properties, process of formation of all
minerals – Coal and Petroleum – Their origin
and occurrence
Topic Outline
III. Petrology
A. Classification of rocks – Distinction between
Igneous, Sedimentary and Metamorphic rocks.
B. Description – occurrence, properties and
distribution of following rocks.
• Igneous rocks – Granite, Syenite, Diorite,
Gabbro, Pegmatite, Dolerite and Basalt.
• Sedimentary rock – sandstone, limestone,
shale, conglomerate and breccia.
• Metamorphic rocks – Quartsite, Marble, Slate,
Gniess and Schist.
Topic Outline
IV. Structural Geology and Rock Mechanics
A. Attitude of Beds – Outcrops – Geologic
Maps
B. Study of structures – Folds, Faults and Joints
– Their bearing on Engineering
Construction
C. Rock Mechanics
D. Physical properties and mechanical
properties of rocks – porosity – permeability
– density – strength – hardness – elasticity –
plasticity.
Topic Outline
V. Geological and Geophysical Investigation
in Civil Engineering
A. Site investigations
B. Geological Methods
C. Exploration techniques
D. Geophysical methods – direct penetration –
core boring – logging of cores
E. Geological condition necessary for
construction of dams – tunnels – building -
Road cutting.
Grading System
Term Grade
Class Participation: (50+Ave/2) × 10%
Activity/Ass./Plate: (50+Ave/2) × 20%
Quiz: (50+Ave/2) × 30%
Major Exam: (50+Score/2) × 40%
TOTAL: 100%
COURSE REQUIREMENTS (ONLINE/MODULAR CLASS)
Weekly Assignment/Activity/Plates
There will be a total of 5 assignments per term which
aim to enrich your understanding of the topics recently
discussed in class. These assignments may involve
problem solving/research.
Quizzes
There are two quizzes, 100 pts. each that you have to
take per term. The types of test in the quiz may vary to
asses different levels of learning.
Major Exam
You will take 3 major exams for this semester (labeled
as Prelim Exam, Midterm Exam and Final Exam). Before
taking any major exam, you have to secure an exam
permit first.