Course Description

Earth Sciences 281b Geology for Engineers

Introduction to physical geology with emphasis on the engineering oriented aspects of the Earth Sciences. Topics include: minerals and rocks; mass movements; interpretation of aerial photographs, topographic and geologic maps; surficial processes and their manifestations; surface and ground water; structural geology and subsurface processes; and earth resources.

Antirequisites: Earth Sciences 020 or equivalent.

Prerequisites: Registration in second, third, or fourth year Civil and Environmental Engineering; or permission of the Department.

2 lecture hours, 3 laboratory hours, half course.

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