21CV34 Earth Resources and Engineering syllabus for CV



A d v e r t i s e m e n t

Module-1 Introduction, scope of earth science in Engineering 8 hours

Introduction, scope of earth science in Engineering,

Geohazards and disasters, Mitigation and management

Earths internal dynamics ,Plate tectonics, Earth quakes types, causes iso-seismal line, seismic zonation map, seismic proof structures, Numerical problems on location of epicenter; volcanic eruption, types, causes, ; landslides, causes types, preventive measures; tsunamis causes consequences, mitigation;cyclones, causes management

Module-2 Earth Resources 8 hours

Earth Resources

Minerals -Industrial, rock forming and ore minerals. Physical properties, composition and uses Rocks as a construction materials- physical properties, texture, composition, applications for aggregate, decorative (facing/polishing), railway ballast, rocks for masonry work, monumental/architecture, rocks as aquifers, water bearing properties igneous, sedimentary

Module-3 Surface investigation for Civil Engineering projects 8 hours

Surface investigation for Civil Engineering projects

Weathering, type, causes, soil insitu, drifted soil, soil profile, soil mineralogy , structure, types of soil, Black cotton soil v/s Lateritic soil; effects of weathering on monumental rocks, River morphology and basin investigation for engineering Projects like earthen dam, gravity dam, arch dam, features of river erosion, deposition and their influences on river valley projects, morphometric analysis of river basin, selection of site for artificial recharge,, interlinking of river basins, coastal process and landforms, sedimentation /siltation, erosion

Module-4 Subsurface investigation for deep foundation 8 hours

Subsurface investigation for deep foundation

Borehole data(and problems), Dip and strike, and outcrop problems(numerical problem geometrical/ simple trigonometry based), Electrical Resistivity meter, depth of water table, (numerical problems) seismic studies, faults, folds, unconformity, joints types, recognitionand their significance in Civil engineering projects like tunnel project, dam project, , Ground improvements like rock bolting, rock jointing, grouting

Module-5 Geo-tools and techniques for civil Engineering Applications 8 hours

Geo-tools and techniques for civil Engineering Applications

Toposheets , Remote sensing and GIS. Photogrammetry ( scale, flight planning, overlap, elevation effects, interpretation keys, numericals on flight, planning scale , elevation, flyimg height, ….), GPS,, Ground Penetrating Radas (GPR), Drone, and their applications

Course outcome (Course Skill Set)

At the end of the course the student will be able to:

1. Apply geological knowledge in different civil engineering practice.

2. Students will acquire knowledge on durability and competence of foundation rocks, and confidence enough to use the best building materials.

3. competent enough to provide services for the safety, stability, economy and life of the structures that they construct .

4. Able to solve various issues related to ground water exploration, build up dams, bridges, tunnels which are often confronted with ground water problems .

5. Intelligent enough to apply GIS, GPS and remote sensing as a latest tool in different civil engineering for safe and solid construction.

 

Assessment Details (both CIE and SEE)

  • The weightage of Continuous Internal Evaluation (CIE) is 50% and for Semester End Exam (SEE) is 50%.
  • The minimum passing mark for the CIE is 40% of the maximum marks (20 marks out of 50).
  • A student shall be deemed to have satisfied the academic requirements and earned the credits allotted to each subject/ course if the student secures not less than 35% ( 18 Marks out of 50)in the semester-end examination(SEE), and a minimum of 40% (40 marks out of 100) in the sum total of the CIE (Continuous Internal Evaluation) and SEE (Semester End Examination) taken together

 

Continuous internal Examination (CIE)

Three Tests (preferably in MCQ pattern with 20 questions) each of 20 Mark (duration 01 hour)

1. First test at the end of 5th week of the semester

2. Second test at the end of the 10th week of the semester

3. Third test at the end of the 15th week of the semester

Two assignments each of 10 Marks

1. First assignment at the end of 4th week of the semester

2. Second assignment at the end of 9th week of the semester

Quiz/Group discussion/Seminar, any two of three suitably planned to attain the COs and POs for 20 Marks (duration 01 hours) The sum of total marks of three tests, two assignments, and quiz /seminar/ group discussion will be out of 100 marks and shall be scaled down to 50 marks

 

Semester End Examinations (SEE)

Theory SEE will be conducted by University as per the scheduled timetable, with common question papers for the subject (duration 03 hours).

1. The question paper will have ten questions. Each question is set for 20 marks. Marks scored out of 100, shall be proportionally reduced to 50 marks

2. There will be 2 questions from each module. Each of the two questions under a module (with a maximum of 3 sub-questions), should have a mix of topics under that module.

3. The students have to answer 5 full questions, selecting one full question from each module.

 

Textbooks

1. Engineering Geology, by Parthasarathy et al, Wiley publications

2. A textbook of Engineering Geology by Chenna Kesavulu, Mac Millan India Ltd

3. Principle of Engineering Geology, by K.M. Bangar, Standard publishers

4. Physical and Engineering Geology, by S.K. Garg, Khanna publishers

5. Principles of Engineering Geology, by KVGK Gokhale, BS Publications

 

Reference books

1. Introduction to Environmental Geology by Edward A Keller, Pearson publications.

2. Engineering Geology and Rock Mechanics B. P. Verma, Khanna publishers

3. Principles of Engineering Geology and Geotechnics, Krynine and Judd, CBS Publications

 

Last Updated: Tuesday, January 24, 2023

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