GLS 345 Geological Engineering

3 Credit(s)

The application of Geology to the solution of civil engineering problems. Emphasis on recognition and measurement of rock, soil, and hydrologic parameters for use in site evaluation, design, analysis, and construction. Controlling factors and recognition of geologic hazard potential. Three lecture hours per week. Offered alternate years.

Prerequisites: One Geological Sciences 100-level laboratory course and MAT220, or permission of department chairperson.