CE 222 - Geology For Civil Engineering

Republic of the Philippines
NUEVA ECIJA UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY

Cabanatuan City, Nueva Ecija, Philippines
ISO 9001:2015 CERTIFIED
COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING
Syllabus of Instruction in
CE 222 (Geology for Civil Engineers)
Second Semester, A. Y. 2022-2023
NEUST VISION
NEUST is a locally responsive and internationally relevant and recognized University of Science and Technology.
PANANAW
Ang NEUST ay Pamantasan ng Agham at Teknolohiyangmatuguninsapambansangpangangailangan, napapanahon, at kinikilalasadaigdig.
NEUST MISSION
To develop new knowledge and technologies and transform human resources into productive citizenry to bring about development impact to local and international communities.
LAYON
Makalinang ng mgabagongkaalaman at teknolohiya, at baguhing-anyoangyamangkatauhanupangmagingmabungangmamamayannamagdadala ng kaunlaran at pagbabagosapambansa at
pandaigdigangpamayanan.
GOALS OF THE COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING

1. To develop globally competitive engineers who are imbued with ethical values and responsive to national aspirations to contribute towards the attainment of an industrialized Philippines.
To contribute to the enhancement of social, economic and environmental awareness towards sustainable development
2. To contribute to the enhancement of social, economic and environmental awareness towards sustainable development.
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COLLEGE GOALS
PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES (PEO)

1. To provide quality instruction and training in the field of civil engineering covering such areas as construction management engineering, structural engineering, water resources and
hydraulic engineering, transportation engineering and geo-environmental engineering that will allow them to be competitive in industry or in graduate work while providing the best
opportunity for achieving their full potential.
2. To conduct research studies in the field of civil engineering which are responsive and relevant to the developmental needs of the people in the service area.
3. To carry out extension services supportive to the social, economic and environmental needs of the target clienteles
4. To engage in the production and packaging of technologies contributory to the resource generation efforts of the university.
COURSE SYLLABUS
I. PRELIMINARIES
A. A. Curriculum Program : Civil Engineering
B. B. Course Code : CE 222
C. Course Title : Geology for Civil Engineers
D. Credit Unit : 2 units
E. Time Duration : 2 hours lecture per week
F. Pre-requisite : CHEM 114
G. Co-requisite : None
II. COURSE DESCRIPTION :
Fundamentals of geology applied to civil engineering problems. Topics include rock and mineral types, soil properties, rock mechanics, geologic structure, active tectonics and
earthquake hazards, slope stability and landslides, groundwater, rivers and flood hazards. Team projects include engineering geology case studies and site assessment investigations.
III. COURSE OUTCOMES
CO1: Describe and explain the role of geology in the design and construction process of underground openings in rock.
CO2: Apply geologic concepts and approaches on civil engineering projects.
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CO3: Identify and classify rock using basic geologic classification systems.
CO4: Use the geologic literature to establish the geotechnical framework needed to properly design and construct heavy civil works rock projects.
CO5: Utilize backgrounds in engineering and earth science to provide solutions to engineering problems within the context of the natural world.
IV. STUDENT OUTCOMES AND RELATIONSHIP TO PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES (PEOs)
Student Outcomes 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Remarks

1. An ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science and engineering;
2. An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret
data;
3. An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs

within realistic constraints such as economic, environmental, social, political,
ethical, health and safety, manufacturability, and sustainability;
4. An ability to function in multi-disciplinary teams;
5. An ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems;
6. An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility;
7. An ability to communicate effectively;
8. The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering

solutions in a global, economic, environmental, and societal context;
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9. recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life-long learning;
10. A recognition of the need for, and ability to engage in life-long learning
11. An ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary
for engineering practice.
V. COURSE OUTCOMES AND RELATIONSHIP TO STUDENT OUTCOMES

Course Outcomes 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Remarks
CO1 - Describe and explain the role of geology in the design and construction process of
underground openings in rock.
CO2 - Apply geologic concepts and approaches on civil engineering projects.
CO3 - Identify and classify rock using basic geologic classification systems.
CO4 - Use the geologic literature to establish the geotechnical framework needed to properly
design and construct heavy civil works rock projects.
CO5 - Utilize backgrounds in engineering and earth science to provide solutions to engineering
problems within the context of the natural world.
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VI. Course Coverage

Course Orientation – University’s Vision and Mission, Institutional Graduate Attributes (IGA), Program goals, Program Educational Objectives, Course and Student
Outcomes, Course requirements and Evaluation Criteria (3 hours)
Course Learning Unit/Topic Time Allotment Intended Learning Outcomes Teaching Learning Assessment Tools Remarks
Outcome Activities/Strategies
Orientation; discussion of 3 Hours Discussion
course goals and expected
outcomes, discussion of
course policies, grading
system
I. GENERAL GEOLOGY 5 Hours Report, Lecture Quiz #1
Geology in Civil and Class Discussion
Engineering - Branches of
Geology - Earth Structure
and Composition -
CO 1, CO 2 Elementary knowledge on
continental drift and plate
tectonics. Earth processes -
Weathering - Work of
rivers, wind and sea and
their engineering
importance - Origin,
occurrence of earthquake -
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Mode of occurrence –
Prospecting - Ground water
- Importance in civil
engineering.
II. MINERALOGY 5 Hours Report, Lecture Quiz #2
Elementary knowledge on and Class Discussion
symmetry elements of
crystallographic systems -
Physical properties of minerals
- Study of the following rock
forming minerals - Quartz
CO 2, CO 3 family, Feldspar family,
Augite, Hornblende, Biotite,
Muscovite, Calcite, Garnet -
Properties , Process formation
of all minerals- Coal and
Petroleum - Their origin and
occurrence
III. PETROLOGY 5 Hours Report, Lecture Quiz #3

Classification of rocks- and Class Discussion
CO 3 Distinction between Igneous,
Sedimentary and Metamorphic
rocks. Description-occurence,
properties and distribution of
following rocks. Igneous rocks
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– Granite , Syenite, Doirite,

Gabbro, Pegmatite, Dolerite
and Bassalt. Sedimentary
Rocks – sandstones,
Limestones, shale,
conglomerate and breccias.
Metamorphic rocks – Quartzite,
Marble, Slate, Gniess and
Schist.
Assessment of Midterm Exam

Student
Performance
IV. STRUCTURAL Report, Lecture Quiz #4
GEOLOGY AND ROCK
9 Hours
MECHANICS and Class Discussion
Attitude of beds – Outcrops -
Geological maps - Study of
CO 4 structures - Folds, Faults and
Joints - Their bearing on
Engineering Construction -
Rock Mechanics- Physical
properties and mechanical
properties of rocks - Porosity –
Permeability - Density -
Strength – Hardness –
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Elasticity - Plasticity -
Dynamic property of rocks -
Types of wave theory - Factors
influencing wave velocity -
Static and dynamics moduli of
elasticity – Grouting.
V. GEOLOGICAL AND Report, Lecture Quiz #5

GEOPHYSICAL
9 Hours
INVESTIGATION IN CIVIL and Class Discussion
ENGINEERING
Site Investigations - Geological
Methods - Exploration
CO 5 techniques - Geophysical
methods - Seismic and
electrical methods - Direct
penetration - Core boring -
Logging of cores - Geological
condition necessary for
construction of dams – Tunnels
– Building - Road cutting
VI, INTRODUCTION TO
GEOTECHNICAL
ENGINEERING
Assessment of Final Examination

Student
Performance
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VII. COURSE REQUIREMENTS AND EVALUATION CRITERIA
Evaluation Criteria
Students will be graded according to the following criteria:
Quizzes 30 %
Reports and Projects 20 %
Assignments and Attendance 20 %

Major Examinations (Mid-term & Final) 30 %
TOTAL 100%
Grading System
Minimum passing score is 75%. The final grade is computed by multiplying the tentative grade by 2 plus the midterm grade, divided by 3. The highest grade is 1.00 and the lowest passing
grade is 3.00. Failure to comply with one of the above criteria, the student gets a grade of 5.00 or incomplete.
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Examination:
The student is responsible for all the lessons covered in class as well as all examinations (quiz or term examination). No make-up or special examination will be given except for those with
valid reason such as sickness. A medical certificate or similar document will be required before a student is given a special examination.
Academic Dishonesty:
Academic dishonesty includes acts such as cheating during examinations and plagiarism in connection with any academic works including research. Such acts are considered major
offenses and will be dealt with in accordance with the NEUST Student Manual.
This is not to discourage students from studying in groups but actually encouraging them to discuss homework with their classmates as a rich source of the learning process. Copying
other’s work constitutes plagiarism and is totally unacceptable. By doing so, a student does not increase his/her understanding and is being dishonest. This is to emphasize that efforts
should be exerted in the preparation of a student’s academic works.
VIII. REFERENCES
Reference/Textbook:
Parbin Singh, “Engineering and General Geology “, Katson Publication House.
P.C. Varghese, “ Engineering Geology for Civil Engineers”, PHI Learning Pvt. Ltd.,
Legeet, “Geology and Engineering”, McGraw Hill Book Company, 1998.
2. Blyth, “ Geology for Engineers”, ELBS, 1995
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Withdrawing from This Course:

___________Last day a student may drop a course without receiving a grade.
Attention: disappearing without formally dropping a course or withdrawing from the University, will result in a 0 on each assignment or test you miss thereafter and will
ultimately result in you receiving a grade of 5.00 at the end of the semester. As long as you are on the roster, you will be receiving grades for assignments/quizzes/ tests that you
miss.
Prepared by: Noted: Approved:
Engr. Rosel Verdadero Babalcon Engr. P. Felicitas S. Cabrera Engr. Nathaniel S. Oliveros
Subject Instructor / Professor Chairperson, Civil Engineering Program Dean, College of Engineering
Date Signed: Date Signed: Date Signed:
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Republic of the Philippines

NUEVA ECIJA UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY

GOALS OF THE COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING

PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES (PEO)

II. COURSE DESCRIPTION :

III. COURSE OUTCOMES

IV. STUDENT OUTCOMES AND RELATIONSHIP TO PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES (PEOs)

Student Outcomes 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Remarks

3. An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs

4. An ability to function in multi-disciplinary teams;

5. An ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems;

6. An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility;

7. An ability to communicate effectively;

8. The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering

9. recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life-long learning;

V. COURSE OUTCOMES AND RELATIONSHIP TO STUDENT OUTCOMES

CO2 - Apply geologic concepts and approaches on civil engineering projects.

VI. Course Coverage

III. PETROLOGY 5 Hours Report, Lecture Quiz #3

– Granite , Syenite, Doirite,

Assessment of Midterm Exam

V. GEOLOGICAL AND Report, Lecture Quiz #5

Assessment of Final Examination

VII. COURSE REQUIREMENTS AND EVALUATION CRITERIA

Students will be graded according to the following criteria:

Assignments and Attendance 20 %

Parbin Singh, “Engineering and General Geology “, Katson Publication House.

Legeet, “Geology and Engineering”, McGraw Hill Book Company, 1998.

2. Blyth, “ Geology for Engineers”, ELBS, 1995

Withdrawing from This Course:

Prepared by: Noted: Approved:

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