Republic of the Philippines

NUEVA VIZCAYA STATE UNIVERSITY

3700 Bayombong, Nueva Vizcaya
COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING

Course Subject: ENG GEO

Course Name: Engineering Geology
Course Description: Fundamentals of geology applied to civil engineering problems. Topics include rock
and mineral types, soil properties, rock mechanics, geologic structures, 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.
Units: 3 units. (3 lecture hours)
Pre-requisite Subjects: Chem. Eng. (Chemistry for Engineers)
Schedule:

BSCE 2A – CEM 10:00 – 11:00 AM MWF CELAB 104

BSCE 2B – SE 11:00 – 12:00 NN MWF CELAB 101
BSCE 2C – TE 12:30 – 2:00 PM TTh CELAB 101
BSCE 2D – WRE 9:00 – 10:00 AM, 10:00 – 11:00 AM MTTh E103

Course Outcomes:
a. Describe and explain the role of geology in the design and construction process of
underground openings in rocks.
b. Applying geologic concepts and approaches on civil engineering projects.
c. Identify and classify rock using basic geologic classification systems.
d. Use the geologic literature to establish the geotechnical framework needed to properly
design and construct heavy civil works rock projects.
e. Utilize backgrounds in engineering and earth science to provide solutions to engineering
problems within the context of the natural world.
Course Outline:
1. General Geology
a. Geology in Civil Engineering
b. Branches of Geology
c. Earth Structure and Composition
d. Plate Tectonics
e. Rivers, Wind and the Seas
f. Weathering
2. Mineralogy
a. Symmetry elements of Crystallographic Systems
b. Physical Properties of Minerals
c. Quartz Family
d. Feldspar Family
e. Augites, Hornblende, Biotite, Muscovite, Calcite, Garnets
f. Coal and Petroleum
3. Petrology
a. Classification of Rocks
b. Igneous, Sedimentary, Metamorphic Rocks
4. Structural Geology and Mechanics
a. Attitude of beds
b. Outcrops
c. Geological Maps
d. Folds, Faults and Joints
e. Rock Mechanics
f. Physical and Mechanical Properties of Rocks
g. Wave Theory
 Republic of the Philippines
NUEVA VIZCAYA STATE UNIVERSITY
3700 Bayombong, Nueva Vizcaya
COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING

h. Grouting
5. Geological and Geophysical Investigation in Civil Engineering
a. Site Investigations
b. Geological Methods
c. Exploration Methods
d. Seismic and Electrical Methods
e. Direct Penetration, Core Boring, Core Logging
f. Geological Condition Necessary for construction of Dams, Tunnels and Buildings
g. Road Cutting

References:
Books:
1. Parbin Singh, “Engineering and General Geology”
2. P.C. Varghese, “Engineering Geology for Civil Engineers”
3. Legeet, “Geology and Engineering”

Grading System:
Requirements Points Weight
(%)
Mid Term 40%
Mid-Term Examination 100 40%
Class Standing 60%
• Quizzes 40%
• Assignments 15%
• Attendance and Recitation 5%

Final Term 60%

Final Examination 100 40%
Class Standing 60%
• Quizzes 40%
• Assignments 15%
• Attendance and Recitation 5%

Grading System: Cumulative

Final Grade = Mid Term Grade (40%) + Final Term Grade (60%)

Grade
Raw Score Descriptive Equivalent
Equivalent
100 1.00 Outstanding
95 – 99 1.25 Outstanding
90 – 94 1.50 Very Satisfactory
85 – 89 1.75 Very Satisfactory
80 – 84 2.00 Very Satisfactory
75 – 79 2.25 Satisfactory
70 – 74 2.50 Satisfactory
65 – 69 2.75 Satisfactory
60 – 64 3.00 Fair
55 – 59 4.00 Conditional
Below 55 5.00 Failed
(Note: Might subject to change with accordance with the University and CHED Guidelines)