Subject description
This subject provides an introduction to geology applied to engineering. Topics include rock-forming minerals; petrology and physical properties of igneous, sedimentary and metamorphic rocks; weathering and erosion; basic geological structures and identification of unstable rock masses; geological mapping and three-point problems; geological controls on groundwater flow and chemistry; geophysics; site … For more content click the Read More button below.
Equivalence
GEOS852 - Applied Geology
Tutorial enrolment
Students can enrol online via the Tutorial Enrolment link in SOLS
Delivery
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Teaching staff
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Engagement hours
Contact Hours:1 x 2 hour lecture and 1 x 3 hour practical per week plus 4 x 3 hour field trips
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of this subject, students will be able to:
1.
Characterise and classify common minerals and rocks;
2.
Describe and apply the basic principles of geology (in particular maps, stratigraphy, mineralogy, petrology, structural geology, geophysics, environments)
3.
Apply geological principles to engineering situations
4.
Communicate geological processes effectively using appropriate technologies and communication skills;
Assessment details
Quizzes
Practical Workshop
Field Report
Final Exam
Work integrated learning
Embedded WIL:This subject contains elements of "Embedded WIL". Students in this subject will experience activities that relate to or simulate professional practice as part of their learning.
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