CET 4418 - Engineering Geology

Institution:

Southern Polytechnic State University

Subject:

Description:

Introductory geology, including rock types, geneses, formations, strength, permeability, and weathering. Investigation of the effects of geologic structure, groundwater, rock properties and mineralogy on design and construction of highways, buildings, tunnels and dams. Problems of construction excavation and de-watering, tunneling methods, evaluation of slope stability and determination of geologic substructure through use of maps and subsurface investigations.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

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Level:

Instructional Type:

Multiple

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.spsu.edu/

Phone Number:

(678) 915-4188

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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