Geological Engineering

3 credits

Includes study of (i) geologic, geomorphic, and tectonic settings, (ii) rock types, characteristics, and identification; (iii) rock and rock-mass strength assessment, (iv) stereonets and their application to civil engineering problems in rock, (v) rock-slope stability and runout assessment, and (vi) discrete element numerical modeling. Recommended: CEE 367 or equivalent. Offered: Sp.