ERSC 5371 - Engineering Geology

Two hours lecture. Two hours laboratory per week. Three credit hours.

The study of the interaction of rock, soil, and geologic processes with the engineering activities of man by applying geological data, techniques and principles. The integration of geological, geotechnical and geophysical investigative methods will be emphasized. Lecture topics will include soil and rock mechanics and rock deformation, the assessment of the spatial-temporal variability of sub surface material, slop stability analysis and slope failure mitigation, earthquake engineering, hydrologic systems management, and the application of GIS and geology.

Prerequisites: consent of instructor.