This unit introduces the aspects of applied geology that are essential to provide a wide basis for understanding of later studies in engineering geology and geotechnical engineering. The unit builds from the broad science of geology into a coherent grouping of knowledge and simple skills for future practical needs like evaluating surface or in-pit stratigraphy and rock types; the likely disposition of rocks and their presentation; plus key aspects of how rock masses will weather and erode in nature. Basic principles of lithology, stratigraphy and structural geology are introduced and related to a geological map context. Building upon this base, the breakdown of rocks and sediments,... -- Course Website
Instructor: Dr Boyd Dent
