11915 (v.2) Geology 311 - Hydrogeology and Engineering Geology

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Area:	Department of Applied Geology
Contact Hours:	3.0
Credits:	12.5
Lecture:	1 x 3 Hours Weekly
Hydrogeology - hydrologic cycle, water characteristics, origin and occurrence of groundwater and exploration techniques. Well design and groundwater hydraulics. Groundwater quality and contamination. Hydrogeology in mining. Engineering geology - engineering classification of rocks and soils, elementary rock mechanics and rocks as construction materials. Engineering geology of tunnels, open excavations, dams, reservoirs and foundations for buildings and bridges.