About Engineering Geology
Introduction: The earth & its interior, Geology & its applied branch, Importance of geology in Civil Engineering. Minerals & rocks: Classification & types of minerals, rock forming minerals, types of rocks. Geologic structures and their effect on structures: Folds, faults and joints. Weathering and its implication: physical, chemical, biological weathering. Earthquake and seismic design: Causes & classification of earthquakes, Effects of earthquakes, precautionary measures. Geological investigation: Phases and methods of investigation, geological considerations in structures (dams, reservoirs, tunnels, road &bridges, buildings)