Module Details
Module Code: |
ENGR C3502 |
Module Title:
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Engineering Geology II
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Title:
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Engineering Geology II
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Module Level:: |
8 |
Module Coordinator: |
Eoin Homan
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Module Author:: |
Peter Kelly
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Module Description: |
The aims of this module are to a) extend the learner’s engineering knowledge base associated with surfical and bedrock geology, groundwater and surface water, b) build on the knowledge introduced in Geotechnical Engineering 1 and 2. c) To enable the learner to appreciate the interaction between ground and human activity in civil engineering projects and to d) incorporate this understanding into design and construction. e) To appreciate and have a general understanding of groundwater, f) to appreciate the formation of topography by water and ice agents. g) to understand the technologies available to investigate and understand geohazards, to gain an appreciation of the interaction of the physical environment on development and how impacts can be recognised, eliminated or mitigated.
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Learning Outcomes |
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to: |
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Learning Outcome Description |
LO1 |
Appreciate the depositional characteristics of various soil and bedrock deposits and how they influence development |
LO2 |
Assess the requirements of a development as they relate to ground and groundwater and select the appropriate investigative techniques |
LO3 |
Interpret general geomorphological and subsurface conditions based on the use of desk study mapping, site reconnaissance, invasive and non-invasive techniques. |
LO4 |
Develop competence in the organisational, communicative and team-working skills required of civil engineers in practice - through group design project. |
LO5 |
Apply engineering geology principles to design of substructures/embankments/tunnels and landslide assessment and remediation. |
Dependencies |
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
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No recommendations listed |
Co-requisite Modules
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No Co-requisite modules listed |
Additional Requisite Information
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No Co Requisites listed
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Indicative Content |
Glacial Geomorphology
Introduction to glaciers and glaciation; Landforms; Transportation of sediment; Formations; Deposits; Engineering uses
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Geophysics
Introduction to Geophysics, Geophysics contracts, Seismic, Electrical resistivity, Gravity and magnetic surveys, Geophysical borehole logging and electromagnetic methods.
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Groundwater Control
Application of groundwater hydrology to groundwater control and dewatering in construction.
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Applications of Engineering Geology
Design and construction of highways and tunnels. Landslide assessment and remediation.
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Design Team Project
Cross Disciplinary Group design project promoting inclusion and understanding of other discipline drivers. Collaboration with construction/architectural technology students required who will design the structure and engineering geology students the substructure. Students design the substructure of a multi-story building with basement. The brief requires design/assessment of a temporary retaining structure, groundwater control via pumping and bearing capacity/ settlement considerations for the foundation of the structure. Student self-assessment required.
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Module Content & Assessment
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Assessment Breakdown | % |
Continuous Assessment | 50.00% |
Project | 50.00% |
AssessmentsFull Time
No End of Module Formal Examination |
Reassessment Requirement |
Repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat examination. It is possible that there will also be a requirement to be reassessed in a coursework element.
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SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment
Module Workload
Workload: Full Time |
Workload Type |
Workload Category |
Contact Type |
Workload Description |
Frequency |
Average Weekly Learner Workload |
Hours |
Lecture |
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Contact |
Lecture |
12 Weeks per Stage |
2.00 |
24 |
Practicals |
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Contact |
Practical |
12 Weeks per Stage |
1.00 |
12 |
Estimated Learner Hours |
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Non Contact |
Estimate Learner Hours |
12 Weeks per Stage |
7.50 |
90 |
Total Weekly Contact Hours |
3.00 |
Module Resources
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Recommended Book Resources |
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Brian J. Skinner, Stephen C. Porter. (2004), The Dynamic Earth- An Introduction to Physical Geology, Wiley, New York, [ISBN: 0-471-15228-5].
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P. G. Fookes, E. M. Lee and G. Milligan (eds). (2005), Geomorphology for engineers, Whittles, Caithness, [ISBN: 1-870-325-03-6].
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Alan E. Mussett, M. Aftab Khan; illustrations by Sue Button. (2000), Looking into the Earth– An Introduction to Geological Geophysics, Cambridge University Press, 2000., Cambridge, UK, [ISBN: 0-521-780-853].
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George H. Davis. (1984), Structural geology of rocks and regions, Wiley, New York, [ISBN: 0-471-09267-3].
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ISRM. (2014), The Suggested Methods for Rock Characterization, Testing and Monitoring, 2007 - 2014.
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National Roads Authority. (2013), Design Manual for Roads and Bridges.
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Engineers Ireland. (2016), Specification for Ground Investigation in Ireland.
| Recommended Article/Paper Resources |
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Guidebook of Applied Fluvial
Geomorphotogy, R&D Technical Report.
| Other Resources |
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Geological Survey of Ireland,
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