2021 regulation - 3rd year, 6th semester paper for Civil Department. Subject Code: AG3601, Subject Name: Engineering Geology, Batch: 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024. Institute: Anna University Affiliated Engineering College, TamilNadu. This page has Engineering Geology, notes, semester question paper pdf download, important questions, lecture notes.
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AG3601
ENGINEERING GEOLOGY
COURSE OBJECTIVES:
• This course will familiarize the students on the
role and importance of geology in civil engineering, apart from learning the
techniques of surface and subsurface investigations using geological,
geophysical and geomechanical methods.
UNIT I
PHYSICAL GEOLOGY AND GEOMORPHOLOGY
Significance of Geology in Civil Engineering;
Internal structure of the Earth; Weathering: types, engineering classification
of weathered rocks and relevance to Civil Engineering; Fluvial, Marine, Glacial
and Aeolian landforms and their importance in Civil Engineering; Plate
tectonics and its relevance to earthquakes; Groundwater: types of aquifers,
origin, movement and role of groundwater in Civil Engineering constructions.
UNIT II
MINERALOGY AND PETROLOGY
Physical and Chemical properties of common rock
forming minerals: Quartz family, Feldspar family, Mica (Muscovite, Biotite
& Vermiculite), Pyroxene (Augite & Hypersthene), Amphibole
(Hornblende), Calcite, Gypsum and Clay minerals and their significance.
Formation of Igneous, Metamorphic and Sedimentary rocks; Description of
important rocks: Granite, Syenite, Dolerite, Basalt, Quartzite, Slate, Schist,
Gneiss, Marble, Sandstone, Limestone, Shale and Conglomerate. Engineering
properties of rocks: field and laboratory tests
UNIT III
STRUCTURAL GEOLOGY AND ROCK MECHANICS
Attitudes of beds: Strike and Dip measurements and
their relevance to civil engineering; Different types of folds, faults, joints
and fractures in rocks and their significance in civil engineering
constructions; Geomechanical properties of rocks: Rock Quality Designation
(RQD), Rock Mass Rating (RMR) and Geological Strength Index (GSI) and their
importance in various civil engineering projects.
UNIT IV
GEOPROSPECTING
Geological mapping techniques; Remote Sensing:
Fundamentals and its role in geological mapping; Geophysical methods for
subsurface investigations: Electrical, Seismic & Ground Penetrating Radar
(GPR); Subsurface logging and their importance in civil engineering projects.
UNIT V
GEOLOGICAL CONSIDERATIONS AND
GEOHAZARDS
Geological conditions necessary for designing and
construction of important structures: Dams, Reservoirs, Tunnels, Road cuttings
and Coastal protection; Landslides: Causes and mitigation; Earthquakes &
Tsunamis: Causes and mitigation; Case studies for the above topics.
TOTAL:
45 PERIODS
COURSE OUTCOMES:
On completion of this course, the students expected
to be able to:
CO1
Knowing
the internal structure of earth and its relation to earthquakes. Landforms
created by various geological agents and their importance in civil engineering.
CO2
Getting knowledge on various minerals and rocks that can be used as
construction materials and road aggregates. In addition, testing the
suitability of rocks for foundation purposes.
CO3
Studying various geological structures and their impact in engineering
constructions. Further, learning the geomechanical properties of rocks and
their significance in engineering projects.
CO4
Gaining
knowledge on the role of geological mapping, remote sensing and geophysics for
surface and subsurface investigations. addition, students will also gain
knowledge on borehole logging techniques and their applications in civil
engineering.
CO5
Applying geological knowledge for designing and constructing major civil
engineering structures, and also mitigating various geological hazards such as
earthquakes, landslides and tsunamis.
TEXT BOOKS:
1. Parbin Singh, "A Textbook of Engineering and
General Geology", S. K. Kataria and Sons, 2021.
2. Chenna Kesavulu, N. "Textbook of Engineering
Geology", Macmillan India Ltd., 2018.
3. Venkat Reddy, D. "Engineering Geology",
Vikas Publishing House Pvt. Lt, 2021.
4. Gokhale, K.V.G.K, "Principles of Engineering
Geology", B.S. Publications, Hyderabad 2019.
5. Varghese, P.C., "Engineering Geology for
Civil Engineering", Prentice Hall of India Learning Private Limited, New
Delhi, 2012.
REFERENCES:
1. Legget, "Geology and Engineering",
McGraw Hill Book company, 1998 Blyth, "Geology for Engineers", ELBS
1995.
2. Krynine and Judd, "Principals of Engineering
Geology and Geotechnics" Tata McGraw Hill, New Delhi, 2018.
3. Bell, F.G. "Fundamentals of Engineering
Geology", B.S. Publications. Hyderabad 2011.
Engineering Geology: Unit I: Physical Geology And Geomorphology,,Engineering Geology: Unit II: Mineralogy And Petrology,,Engineering Geology: Unit III: Structural Geology And Rock Mechanics,,Engineering Geology: Unit IV: Geoprospecting,,Engineering Geology: Unit V: Geological Considerations And Geohazards 6th Semester Civil Dept 2021 Regulation : AG3601 6th Semester Civil Dept 2021 Regulation Engineering Geology