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

Area:	Department of Applied Geology
Credits:	12.5
Contact Hours:	3.0
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Lecture:	2 x 1.5 Hours Weekly
Prerequisite(s):	7031 (v.5) Geology 101 or any previous version AND 7032 (v.5) Geology 102 or any previous version
Syllabus:	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.
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Field of Education:	010700 Earth Sciences (Narrow Grouping)
SOLT (Online) Definitions*:	Informational *Extent to which this unit or thesis utilises online information
Result Type:	Grade/Mark

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