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2015-2016 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2015-2016 Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]

GEO 460 - Engineering Geology


2015-2016 Catalog Year

This course applies geological science to engineering and stewardship of the Earth. It provides a practical introduction to site investigation methods and the mechanical behavior of rock, soil, and groundwater. Students will consider applications including tunnels, slopes, and dams, as well as geological hazards such as landslides, earthquakes, and sinkholes.
 

Prerequisite: GEO 330 or instructor permission.
credit: 4