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UQU Programs
Civil Engineering

Principles of Geology

CE2201
Two hours English

Principles of Geology

CE Principle of Geology
1 Origin of the Earth and Scope of Geology in Civil Engineering
2 Rocks types and cycle, Physical and chemical properties
3 Sedimentation and Depositional Environment
4 Basics of Structural Geology (Faults, Folds, Joints)
5 Volcano and Volcanic Rocks
6 Earthquake and Tectonic Plates, Seismic Waves and Rebound Theory
7 Fossil Rocks and processes
8 Clay Minerals and Application
9 Soil Classification System
1.1 Mapped to: K.1

Knowledge of the basics of a subject.

Teaching Strategy Through lectures, module notes, tutorials, coursework, examinations, and group project work. Assignments, homework, quizzes, midterm and final.
Assessment Methods Through lectures, module notes, tutorials, coursework, examinations, and group project work. Assignments, homework, quizzes, midterm and final
1.2 Mapped to: K.1

Knowledge of the fundamental physical and analytical principles of the subject.

Teaching Strategy Through lectures, Module notes, tutorials, coursework, examinations, and group project work.
Assessment Methods Assignments, homework, quizzes, midterm and final.
2.1 Mapped to: S.1

Ability to use the principles of the subject matter to identify and apply the basic laws to practical problems.

Teaching Strategy Through lectures, module notes, tutorials, coursework, examinations, and group project work.
Assessment Methods Assignments, homework, quizzes, midterms, and finals.
2.2 Mapped to: S.1

Ability to use any engineering software related to the subject

Teaching Strategy Through lectures, module notes, tutorials, coursework, examinations, and group project work.
Assessment Methods Assignments, homework, quizzes, midterms, and finals.
3.1 Mapped to: V.1

To demonstrate Commitment to professional and academic values and standards in the engineering profession.

Teaching Strategy Lectures and training tutorials
Assessment Methods The class works, written and oral examinations.
3.2 Mapped to: V-2

To demonstrate commitment to ethical code of conduct in the field of civil engineering.

Teaching Strategy Lectures and training tutorials
Assessment Methods Projects and reports
3.3 Mapped to: S.1

Ability to use EXCEL for plotting engineering data and ability to interpret the graphs.

Teaching Strategy Through lectures, Module notes, tutorials, coursework, examinations, and group project work.
Assessment Methods Assignments, homework, quizzes, midterm and final.
Assessment
Weight
Homework Assignment
5%
Quizzes
5%
Mid-Term
30%
Final Examination
50%
Class (In-Person) Attendance
10%
Total
100%